We're a small charity with big ambitions. Here to help students love life at the Uni of Herts.
We employ a dynamic, committed and vibrant team of staff, enabling us to help students love life at Herts. We're hugely proud of our staff team and support them through their employment. We have an excellent range of staff benefits alongside salary.
Incomplete applications will automatically be rejected. It is important you do not rush to complete your application form. Please list all skills and experiences. Please read our guide before completing your application form. The guide shows a poor application and how it can be enhanced. There is also some signposting from where you can get some further guidance and tips.
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Vacancies
Career Staff Opportunities
There are no roles available at the moment
Student Staff Opportunities
Insight Outreach Assistant
Love chatting to people and being involved on campus? As an Insight Outreach Assistant, you'll speak with students, collect feedback and help promote SU projects and campaigns. It's a flexible, sociable role that's perfect if you're friendly, proactive and keen to make a real impact on the student experience.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Advice Assistant
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about engaging with and supporting students. Advice Assistants play a key role in supporting the Herts SU Advice Teams; through engaging with students, triaging student queries, providing frontline advice, and conducting outreach activities to enhance student engagement and awareness of the service. The successful candidate will be proactive, approachable, and enthusiastic about making a difference in the student experience.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Digital Content Creator
We're looking for a couple of Digital Content Creators that can help us to bring our content needs to life. We need students that have their finger on the pulse when it comes to social media, enabling us to keep up with trends and boost engagement. You must be experienced in photography and/or videography, with strong shooting and editing skills. A varied role that gives you unique access to lots of events and helps build your portfolio for life after Herts!
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Assistant Graphic Designer
We're looking for a student that has a passion for design and a real eye for detail. You'll need to be experienced in the graphic design world, with strong skills and confidence in using Adobe software. Once you've learnt the ins and outs of our bold brand, you'll get to help us create assets for our website, animations for social media printed collateral for things like Freshers and the Elehouse!. An exciting team to be part of and a perfect portfolio-building opportunity!
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Community Event Assistant
As an Event Assistant, you will have the most varied role on campus – one day you might be supporting an academic society arrange a study group, while the next you might be hosting Karaoke in the EleHouse! We’re a fun team that always strives to deliver the best experience for students and this is your chance to be a part of it!
The application process consists of two parts: An application form and video submission.
Video Submission Guidance:
1. Your video should be no longer than 2 minutes.
2. Ensure your video file is named using your full name as it appears on your application form. Example Jane Doe.mp4
Submitted videos will be processed in accordance with GDPR and used solely for this recruitment and selection purposes, will only be accessed by authorised staff involved in the hiring process.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Societies Assistant
This role involves a flexible schedule, including daytime and evening hours throughout the week. You may occasionally be required tow ork late nights or weekends to support society events. The position may also involve some manual handling duties during events, and candidates should be comfortable with this aspect of the role, as training will also be provided.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Academic Experience Assistant
Academic Experience Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the Academic Experience Team, helping to coordinate Student Reps, manage inboxes, and maintain key systems. They also assist with outreach activities, induction talks, and events that help promote SU services and improve the overall academic experience.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
School Community Organiser
School Community Organisers strengthen the sense of community within their School by leading campaigns, running events, and representing student feedback at important University and SU meetings. They work closely with students and staff to create a more connected, supportive School environment.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Student Community Organiser
School Community Organisers strengthen the sense of community within their School by leading campaigns, running events, and representing student feedback at important University and SU meetings. They work closely with students and staff to create a more connected, supportive School environment.
Applications closes on the 29th of March 2026. Interviews will be held in April, with more details to follow.
If you have applied in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply as your application will NOT be considered.
Temporary/Intern Role Opportunities
There are no roles available at the moment
Trustee Opportunities
There are no roles available at the moment
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Please note that Hertfordshire Students’ Union is required to meet UKVI visa regulations. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK will have to satisfy UKVI regulations before they can be appointed. Please be aware that we are unable to sponsor you for a visa.
About Herts SU
Organisational Chart
You can view our latest Organisational Chart for permanent staff here. This shows the different roles within each team, but does not reflect levels of responsibility. You can also read more about our Trustee Board here
Our Vision and Values
Vision
We help students love life at Herts
Our departments work together so we can continue to put students at the heart of every service we run on behalf of students at the Uni of Herts
Values
Helpful, Empowering, Representative, Transparent and Student-Focused
We're here to support students as they transform their lives at university. We support students in their academic interests and wellbeing, we empower students to advocate for themselves and others and we develop and enhance communities amongst our richly diverse student population
Service Excellence
We go above and beyond for our students and each other
We’re committed to providing excellent service across the board and we support each other to prioritise this every day
For permanent staff, Hertfordshire Students' Union offers an excellent range of employee benefits which you can view in full here. Highlights include generous annual leave, a flexible working policy, gym discount and a wellbeing hour
We know there’s more to life than work, that’s why when you join Hertfordshire Students' Union as a permanent staff member you will get your pick of our amazing company perks all accessible via an app. This includes restaurant discounts, great price cinema tickets and lots more. Find out more about the employee rewards available via Perkbox here
We offer part-time employment opportunities for students to work on campus for up to 20 hours per week. Benefits include: