At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower fellow students by analysing feedback and co-creating solutions to enhance their university experience.
- Company: Brighton Students’ Union, dedicated to student advocacy and engagement.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Work remotely or on campus, with excellent opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Be a voice for change and help shape the future of your university.
- Qualifications: Must be enrolled in specific health and rehabilitation courses.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
To apply for this role you must study on one of the following courses:
- MSC ADVANCED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
- MSC ADVANCED PHYSIOTHERAPY
- MSC ADVANCED PODIATRY
- MSC MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY (PT)
- MSC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (PRE-REGISTRATION)
- MSC PHYSIOTHERAPY (PRE-REGISTRATION)
- MSC PODIATRY (PRE-REGISTRATION)
- PGCERT MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
- PGDIP MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
Rate: £12.71 per hour
Contract date: From 28th September 2026 to 25th June 2027
Hours: Approximately 25-30 hours across the academic year. This is a flexible role designed to fit in with your studies.
Responsible to: Advice and Representation Manager
Department Overview: The Advice and Representation Team at Brighton Students’ Union works to empower students to make their voices heard and to influence change across the university. The team supports student advocacy, democratic engagement, and access to quality advice services. As part of this work, we help students raise concerns, engage in constructive dialogue with staff, and ensure that feedback leads to meaningful improvements in the student experience.
Role: To act as a paid student partner within your academic school and across the University, working with staff to help act on and improve feedback and improve the student experience. This role is focused on analysing student feedback, contributing to School level discussions, co-creating solutions and closing the loop by communicating changes back to students.
Main Responsibilities:
- Attend one training session with Brighton Students’ Union and University staff each term.
- Work with SVL Co-Chair to access feedback from feedback mechanisms.
- Analyse feedback and prepare main topics with solutions for meetings.
- Attend a school-level agenda setting meeting to discuss trends in student feedback and select topics for the agenda of the school-level voice forum.
- Attend a school-level Student Voice Forum (SSVF) per term to discuss trends in student feedback and propose ideas for improvement.
- Attend a termly Eduthon with University Professional Services.
- Work in partnership with staff to co-create solutions and projects in relation to student feedback.
Communication: Create a termly blog or video to close the feedback loop by reporting on actions taken as a result of your involvement. Use this to promote Student Voice opportunities such as the NSS, Module Evaluation, Course Comment Boards and help other students understand how they can get involved.
Decision Making: Responsible for personal operational decisions on a daily basis.
Budget Management: This role has no direct budgetary responsibility. May be involved in providing feedback on small project funding requests or initiatives linked to student experience.
Staff Management: This role has no staff management responsibility.
General Duties: Conduct yourself in a manner which adheres to the values of BSU at all times, displaying high standards of professionalism and service. Adhere to all BSU policies and procedures. Fully participate in your induction, personal and team development opportunities. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be expected given the qualifications and experience required for the role.
Location: This role is flexible, with activity taking place across all Brighton campuses. You may work remotely, attend meetings in person, or collaborate online depending on your school’s setup and the time of year.
ESH PG Student Voice Leader – Health & Rehabilitation in Brighton employer: Brighton Students Union
Brighton Students’ Union is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in student advocacy while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer opportunities to engage directly with student feedback and influence positive changes across our campuses. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal environment for postgraduate students seeking to enhance their skills and contribute to the educational community.
