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1122137
Newcastle University
11/01/2027
6 Months
Flexible
Not Applicable
Pay
£13.79
£1.66
Description
Role
Newcastle University is offering an exciting opportunity for 50 students, working with Student Life team.
This opportunity is open to all Newcastle University students. Working days and times are flexible and all work will take place on campus
Join our Student Insights Group and play a pivotal role in shaping the services and support structures at Newcastle University. We are seeking 50 students who are willing to share their authentic experiences to help us shape our services to meet the diverse needs of all our student communities. As a member, you will contribute to discussions centered around the student experience, with the aim of amplifying the experiences of those from under-represented groups to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met. You will contribute to projects linked to the Education Strategy and the wider student experience by participating in questionnaires, focus groups, and workshops. Education Strategy: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/who-we-are/education-strategy/.
Duties and responsibilities
Students will be invited to complete questionnaires and surveys and to attend focus groups and workshops to review University services and to suggest improvements that will contribute to their future development. You should be prepared to share your experiences and insights and be enthusiastic about improving services and support structures for the benefit of all our student communities.
All undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate taught (PGT) programme students are welcome to apply – no prior experience is necessary – we just ask you to commit to participate in as many activities as you can. This flexible role will fit around your studies, with hours varying each month depending on the activities and your availability. You will be expected to attend a 30 minute induction session between 11 and 22 January 2027. Various times will be offered.
Skills and experience
- Problem Solving (desirable)
- Teamwork (desirable)
- Good Communication (desirable)
- Active Listening Skills (desirable)
You must be a registered undergraduate or postgraduate taught student at Newcastle University for the academic year 2026/27. Applications are welcome from home and international students across all UG and PGT degree disciplines and stages. We particularly welcome applications from students from underrepresented communities, as set out in the PARTNERS eligibility criteria: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/partners/how-to-apply/eligibility/
Location
On Campus
Additional information
Start Date: 11/01/2027
End Date: 06/06/2027
Working hours: Students will be able to choose to participate in opportunities that fit around their timetable. There is no expectation that students will participate every week but by accepting the role we expect students to commit to participating in a minimum of 3 activities during Semester 2. Most focus groups last around 2 hours.
How to Apply: To apply, please include answers to the below questions in the 'Covering letter' box below. We will not be reviewing attached CVs.
- What programme are you enrolled on and what is your current stage of study?
- Why do you feel you are a suitable candidate for this position?
- What interests you in this role?
- What does equality, diversity and inclusion mean to you?
Closing date for applications is midnight on 30/11/26.
Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains staff from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the community they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC.
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