Monday 2nd June 2025

Join the Scottish Student Trampoline Development Group in 2025/26! We have 4x roles available to make a difference to student trampoline.

We are looking for 4x enthusiastic volunteers to be part of the Scottish Student Trampoline Development Group, to support Becca in her role as Chair, and to facilitate the delivery of events and opportunities to students across the 25/26 season.

More information on the Development Group, and role summaries can be found here.

Vice Chair

– Support the Chair to facilitate the delivery of event and training weekends, for example
supporting with the creation of competition timetables and flight lists
– Take minutes at SST meetings,
– Be the Development Group’s liaison between SSS Staff (Event Coordinator and Business
Manager) with regards to competition budgets

Development Officer

– Liaise with SSS, Scottish Gymnastics and British Gymnastics to discuss how SST can develop
further
– Promoting continuous coaching, judging and committee development by supporting with the
delivery of the judging course at the start of semester one
– Build connections with new clubs to build the entry lists for all competitions – specifically
reaching out to English/Irish/Welsh clubs and encouraging their attendance at SSTO

Competition Officer

– Support in the delivery of the SS Trampoline League Events, including ordering stationary,
medals and t-shirts etc.
– Support Vice Chair with management of the competition budget
– Support with the bookings and hosting of socials after league events

Communications Officer

– Liaise with the Chair and other committee members to assemble the SSTO Open Pack,
primarily in charge of design of the pack.
– Post regularly on social networks in order to engage with the students and promote events,
including working closely with event photographers
– Assist with organisation of a social event throughout the year.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to sophie@scottishstudentsport.com, copying in beccabrooks16@gmail.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is midday Friday 6th June but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Sophie on the email above.

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Monday 2nd June 2025

Join the brilliant Scottish Student Triathlon Development Group as a volunteer to help support and grow the sport today! 4x roles available.

The Scottish Student Triathlon Sports Development Group are recruiting for a new group of incredible volunteers to help promote and develop the sport.

Vice-Chair

The Vice Chair will support the Chair in the development and delivery of the action plan. Leading on the coordination of all group and captain’s meetings, keep track of programme budgets alongside SSS staff and support in event delivery.

View the job description here.

Development Officer

The Development Officer role will lead on the development and delivery of the sport development plan as set out by the sport group, working collaboratively with SSS and the sport governing body on areas such as: workforce development, supporting club growth, EDI and any other areas agreed as part of the action plan.

View the job description here.

Competitions Officer

The Competitions Officer will lead on the competition/ event areas of the sport group action plan. Working alongside the sport group and SSS Events Coordinator to ensure all aspects of event logistics, support and delivery are completed to the highest possible standard.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

As the Communications Officer you will be responsible for organising and guiding the group’s efforts to publicise itself and its activities. You will be responsible for ensuring communication channels between the Group and clubs is appropriate and regular. You will support the promotion of individual club activities through the Scottish Student Triathlon channels.

View the job description here.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to ben@scottishstudentsport.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 Friday 25th July but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Ben on the email above.

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Monday 2nd June 2025

Want to grow cycling in Scotland? Join the Scottish Student Cycling Development Group this summer as we recruit for 3x volunteers.

The Scottish Student Cycling Sports Development Group are recruiting for a new group of incredible volunteers to help promote and develop the sport.

Vice-Chair

The Vice Chair will support the Chair in the development and delivery of the action plan. Leading on the coordination of all group and captain’s meetings, keep track of programme budgets alongside SSS staff and support in event delivery.

View the job description here.

Development Officer

The Development Officer role will lead on the development and delivery of the sport development plan as set out by the sport group, working collaboratively with SSS and the sport governing body on areas such as: workforce development, supporting club growth, EDI and any other areas agreed as part of the action plan.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

As the Communications Officer you will be responsible for organising and guiding the group’s efforts to publicise itself and its activities. You will be responsible for ensuring communication channels between the Group and clubs is appropriate and regular. You will support the promotion of individual club activities through the Scottish Student Cycling channels.

View the job description here.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to ben@scottishstudentsport.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 Friday 25th July but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Ben on the email above.

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Monday 2nd June 2025

Join Scottish Student Badminton in one of 3 new roles designed to help promote and grow the game among Scotland’s students!

The Scottish Student Badminton Sports Development Group are recruiting for a new group of incredible volunteers to help promote and develop the sport.

Development Officer

The Development Officer role will lead on the development and delivery of the sport development plan as set out by the sport group, working collaboratively with SSS and the sport governing body on areas such as: workforce development, supporting club growth, EDI and any other areas agreed as part of the action plan.

View the job description here.

Competitions Officer

The Competitions Officer will lead on the competition/ event areas of the sport group action plan. Working alongside the sport group and SSS Events Coordinator to ensure all aspects of event logistics, support and delivery are completed to the highest possible standard.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

As the Communications Officer you will be responsible for organising and guiding the group’s efforts to publicise itself and its activities. You will be responsible for ensuring communication channels between the Group and clubs is appropriate and regular. You will support the promotion of individual club activities through the Scottish Student Badminton channels.

View the job description here.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to ben@scottishstudentsport.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 17:00 Friday 25th July but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Ben on the email above.

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Monday 2nd June 2025

Join Scottish Student Rowing and help support the sport’s growth among students in 2025/26! 3x roles available.

The Scottish Student Rowing Sports Development Group are recruiting for a new group of incredible volunteers to help promote and develop the sport.

Development Officer

The Development Officer will focus their work around workforce development, supporting club growth, EDI and any other areas agreed as part of the action plan.

You will help to set policy for your sport, and may be asked to lead on any specific projects being delivered at the time.

View the job description here.

Competitions Officer

As Competitions Officer, you will work with the rest of the group to create and deliver an action plan across a range of areas including competition, workforce, club development, and publicity.

Taking a particular focus on events, you will help deliver competitions in person, ensuring a fantastic experience for all participating students.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

In the role of Communications Officer, you will be responsible for organising and guiding the group’s efforts to publicise itself and its activities.

Alongside managing any public-facing social channels, you will also be on hand to help capture the action on event days, or support with finding volunteer photographers and content creators.

View the job description here.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to stew@scottishstudentsport.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 Sunday 27th July but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Stew on the email above.

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Monday 2nd June 2025

Become an influential volunteer and support Scottish Student Shinty in delivering a fantastic season of sport! 3x roles available.

The Scottish Student Shinty Sports Development Group are recruiting for a new group of incredible volunteers to help promote and develop the sport.

Vice-Chair

Supporting the Chair, you will work with the rest of the group to create and deliver a development plan across a range of areas including competition, workforce, club development, and publicity.

Key responsibilities will include building relationships with student captains, support with the running of events, and support with the tracking and managing of budgets alongside the SSS Business Manager.

View the job description here.

Development Officer

The Development Officer role will lead on the development and delivery of the sport development plan as set out by the sport group, working collaboratively with SSS and the sport governing body on areas such as: workforce development, supporting club growth, EDI and any other areas agreed as part of the action plan.

View the job description here.

Competitions Officer

As Competitions Officer, you will work with the rest of the group to create and deliver an action plan across a range of areas including competition, workforce, club development, and publicity.

Taking a particular focus on events, you will help deliver competitions in person, ensuring a fantastic experience for all participating students.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

In the role of Communications Officer, you will be responsible for organising and guiding the group’s efforts to publicise itself and its activities.

Alongside managing any public-facing social channels, you will also be on hand to help capture the action on event days, or support with finding volunteer photographers and content creators.

View the job description here.


How to Apply

Applications are via CV and covering letter to stew@scottishstudentsport.com. Please outline in the email subject line which sport and role (or roles) you are applying for.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 Sunday 27th July but please note that interviews may take place before the deadline so don’t delay in applying!

Any questions about the role can be directed to Stew on the email above.

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Wednesday 28th May 2025

Find out who has made our 21 strong list of shortlisted nominees for the 2024/25 Scottish Student Sport Awards.

Scottish Student Sport are delighted to reveal the clubs, athletes, coaches and volunteers shortlisted for the 2024/25 SSS Awards.

Our 21 shortlisted names have been whittled down from a bumper list of nominations and reflect an incredible array of efforts and achievements across the student sports world.

From Olympians and Paralympians through to volunteers who have worked tirelessly to support their sport, the nominated stars show the strength and depth of student sport across Scotland.

Nine institutions are represented across the shortlists with the Universities of Edinburgh and Stirling picking up four nominations each. The college sector is represented by nominations in the Volunteer and Male Athlete categories.

The winners will be revealed at our annual Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday 11th June at the University of Aberdeen. We are delighted that the event will be supported by Technogym, whilst Playwaze are sponsoring our Club of the Year award.

Over the next two weeks we’ll be talking more about each of our shortlisted nominees on our social media so be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram to hear about everything they’ve achieved this year.

Coach of the Year
Neil Allan – University of Edinburgh
Bradley Hay, University of Stirling
Ian Muir, University of St. Andrews

Playwaze Club of the Year
Glasgow University Trampoline Club
University of St. Andrews Football Club
University of Strathclyde Netball Club

Volunteer of the Year
Ruby McDonald – Fife College
Campbell Scott – University of Aberdeen
Grace Stirling – University of Stirling

Male Athlete of the Year
Archie Goodburn – University of Edinburgh
Ben Muncaster – Heriot-Watt University
Ben Sandilands – Scotland’s Rural College

Female Athlete of the Year
Angharad Evans – University of Stirling
Aleksandra Kalucka – University of Edinburgh
Faye Rogers – University of Aberdeen

Team of the Year
University of Edinburgh Men’s Hockey 1’s
University of St. Andrews Women’s Football 1’s
University of Stirling Women’s Swimming

Dr Rob Macpherson Award (SSS Volunteer of the Year)
Sandy Bond – SS Cycling
Marissa Jacobs – SS Volleyball
Dave Lee – SS Media Team

Honorary President’s Medal
Find out on the night!

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Tuesday 6th May 2025

A new opportunity has arisen to take on a fully funded Masters project alongside the Strathclyde Sport Active Health programme.

University of Strathclyde have an excellent funding opportunity for prospective PGR Practitioners.

Fees will be covered for a one year full time Masters for Home student. In return, you will work around six hours per week at Strathclyde Sport with the rest of your time focused on researching your project.

The topic of your research is open to your interests and will be discussed as part of the application process, but will be aligned to active health and lifestyles.

You’ll be supervised by Seona McKenzie (Active Health Manager, Strathclyde Sport) and Deirdre Harrington (Senior Lecturer).

This is a brilliant opportunity to gain experience while you support Strathclyde Sport’s Active Health programme.

Informal enquiries can be made to seona.mckenzie@strath.ac.uk.

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Wednesday 16th April 2025

Nominations are open for the 2024-25 Scottish Student Sport Awards – powered by Technogym. Celebrate the season’s successes with us.

Aonghus Sellar collecting the Dr Rob Macpherson Quaich from Dave Baker of Decathlon UK on stage

*The deadline for nominations has now passed. Stay tuned as we announce the shortlists soon*

Nominations for the annual Scottish Student Sport Awards – powered by Technogym – have opened to institutions.

Eight awards are up for grabs which will be revealed at our Awards Dinner on Wednesday 11th June at the University of Aberdeen: during SSS Conference 2025.

Nominations are open to institutions across seven categories, celebrating the students, staff and volunteers that have contributed to another successful season of sport in Scotland.

We’re encouraging nominations from across the student sporting space in Scotland and would love to have a diverse shortlist representing all member universities and colleges. The form is quick to complete and would love to see the depth of Scottish Student Sport represented in all nominations!

Please note that only one individual per institution should submit nominations for our awards. Students or staff who have a nomination in mind are encouraged to contact their Sports Union or Active Campus Coordinator to request submission of a nomination.

Before submitting a nomination, please take a moment to review our Awards Criteria.

Nominations will close at 18:00 on Wednesday 7th May.

Don’t forget to reserve your place at our Awards Dinner and Conference. View all the essential info here.

Previous Winners

Want to get an idea of what some of our previous winners have achieved? Take a look through our 2024 winners enclosure. Could it be your institution in 2025?

Coach of the Year: Dean Robertson (University of Stirling)

Under Dean’s guidance, the UoS Golf Club have achieved remarkable national and international success in the past 12 months. His golfers have delivered consistent podium finishes across all SSS Golf competitions (men’s, women’s & team), and delivered team league success in both the Conference Cup and BUCS Championship.

This athletes also achieved top three finishes in the R&A Student Tour, while Dean has been appointed as the GB&I Captain for the Walker Cup later this year – setting a new benchmark for student golf at the highest level in the amateur game.

Also shortlisted:

  • Mat Trodden (University of Edinburgh, swimming)
  • Stuart Milne (University of St. Andrews, football)

Club of the Year: University of St. Andrews Tennis Club

With a record 400+ members, Saints Tennis combined performance and participation by achieving the highest number of BUCS points in the institution while simultaneously running a very successful recreational programme.

Tennis Scotland’s 2x University of the Year delivered over 16 hours of weekly sessions, including adding new pickleball and other racket sports to their offering. Outside of the univeristy, they launched three community outreach and workforce development project, including their Tennis for Girls initiatives which introduces tennis to new female junior players, and their parents.

Also shortlisted:

  • University of Dundee Dance Club
  • University of Aberdeen Futsal Club
  • University of Stirling Men’s Rugby Club

Team of the Year: University of Edinburgh Women’s Orienteering

It’s been a year of domination for UoE’s female orienteerers. They secured the top six teams at the Scottish Student Orienteering Championships, and lifted their 10th consecutive BUCS title. Such was their strength, they won 56 out of the 60 BUCS points available in women’s orienteering this year! Five individuals were selected to represent GB at the FISU World Orienteering Championships.

Outside of student sport, their athletes enjoyed multiple podium finishes at the British Orienteering Championships, and six athletes have been selected to compete in international competition.

Also shortlisted:

  • University of Strathclyde Women’s Water Polo 1’s
  • University of St. Andrews Women’s Football

Male Athlete of the Year: Charlie Aldridge (University of Edinburgh)

Reigning Male Athlete of the Year Charlie made it a second successive title on Wednesday and it’s no surprise seeing his list of accolades this season.

The now professional XC rider competed in four rounds of the 2023 UCI World Cup and picked up European bronze at U23 level.

His crowning moment, however, came when he collected a first rainbow jersey by winning the 2023 UCI World Championships, competing at home in the Tweed Valley.

Also shortlisted:

  • Ben Sandilands (SRUC, athletics)
  • Greg Lobban (Heriot-Watt University, squash)

Female Athlete of the Year: Megan Keith (University of Edinburgh)

2023/24 has been a real breakthrough year for Megan. At age grade level, she won two European Golds, with British and European records falling along the way. In the XC season, here 1 min 23 winning margin was more than double the Championship’s best ever.

After getting her first taste of senior track competition at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest, this week Megan stormed to Bronze at the European Championships in Rome over the 10k. Later this summer she’ll make her Olympics debut.

Also shortlisted:

  • Katie Shanahan (University of Stirling, swimming)
  • Faye Rogers (University of Aberdeen, swimming)

Volunteer of the Year: Tom Stewart (University of St. Andrews)

There aren’t many jobs Tom doesn’t do in the footballing world at Saints Sport. This year he took on the roles of United Colleges Amateur Football Manager, Receational Coach, Sunday Leagues Coordinator, 2nd Team Player/Coach, and Club Vice-President.

He led twice weekly rec training sessions, and created a club buddy scheme for new members. Supporting athletes at every level of the sport has been his passion, which saw Tom develop a pathway for lover team players to progress across multiple squads.

His popular Sunday league and 6-a-side matches boosted participation, and also supported multiple charity initiatives with over £4.5k raised. His week-in-week-out dedication is unrivaled and his passion for the club and sport is clear for all to see.

Also shortlisted:

  • Gary Caldwell (University of Stirling, football)
  • Alyth Allen (University of Glasgow)

Honorary President’s Medal: Ross Simpson

Ross had dedicated over 15 years of his career to developing student sport at every level.

From his time as Sports Union President at Heriot-Watt University, Ross was a SUS/SSS staff member for six years before moving down the stairs of 48 Pleasance to University of Edinburgh Sport, where over a nine year tenure was instrumental in the great expansion of EUSU.

Ross has taken on many additional responsibilities including being an SSS Executive Committee Member, sitting on various BUCS Committees, helping lead the Volunteer Zambia programme, and having key FISU involvements at the World University Games in 2019 and 2024.

Dr Rob Macpherson Award: Aonghus Sellar (SS Football)

The Dr. Rob Macpherson Award is a special one for SSS – honouring a remarkable man, while celebrating the incredible work that volunteers do to keep our sports and events running throughout the year.

Our recipient for this year has been instrumental in reshaping the image and success of SS Football’s digital presence. Aonghus has put tireless work into reporting on student activities from across Scotland, and doing in-depth research into the history of our competitions to reach a new generation.

Despite being in a new full-time role, Aonghus has no hesitation about using holidays to support, and this season he attended all Conference Finals, plus our Men’s and Women’s Football Finals – even though they took place on separate days!

Aonghus has been a consistent and enthusiastic communicator with the clubs and as he steps up to the Chair role for 2024/25, we can’t wait to see what he has planned to help grow the sport over the coming year.

Also shortlisted:

  • Kirsten Mullen (SS Athletics)
  • Sandy Bond (SS Cycling)
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Tuesday 15th April 2025

Sign-Ups are open for SSS Conference 2025, powered by Technogym! Secure your place at the year’s biggest and best event here.

The 2025 Scottish Student Sport Conference, powered by Technogym, will take place on 11th-12th June at the University of Aberdeen.

Always a highlight of the SSS calendar, the conference brings together our community to network, share best practice, and celebrate the success of student sport.

Following last year’s success, we’ll once again be opening up the first day of Conference to SGBs as we frame the vital role student sport plays across the Scottish sporting landscape.

The glad rags will be donned on Wednesday evening for our ever-popular SSS Awards Night. More information about categories and nominations will be released to institutions soon.

Thursday’s agenda will feature voices from across the SSS network, including institution-led best practice, and an industry-leading insight from our Headline Partners Technogym.

The deadline for registering has now passed, but if you are looking for the possibility of a last minute place, please email Julia & Jo.

Pricing

SSS Members can take advantage of a reduced rate of £75 for a single day ticket, £75 for our awards evening, or for the biggest saving, our multi-day packages: two days for £145 or two days plus awards for £215.

Non-Members/SGBs can attend a single day for £85, with awards available for an additional £90. Multi-day options allow for a two day conference package of £165, or add the awards evening for a total cost of £250.

External Attendees can contact SSS Business Manager Julia Stenhouse.

Accommodation

This year, accommodation will be available through our hosts the University of Aberdeen for a reduced event rate of £50 per person (bed & breakfast). You can book any rooms through the Conference sign-up form or by contacting Julia Stenhouse.

Rooms are individual occupancy in shared flats, consisting of communal kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Don’t fancy an early start on the Wednesday morning? You’re in luck because additional rooms are available the night before Conference! Just book alongside your Conference ticket.

Agenda

Registration will be open for delegates 09:30-10:15 each day.

Sessions will also wrap up at 16:30 on day one, and 16:00 on day two.

Any questions regarding Conference can be directed to People & Learning Coordinator Jo Foster.

Awards

The prestigious Scottish Student Sport Awards Dinner will take place on the evening of Wednesday 11th June where we’ll celebrate the students, staff, and volunteers that have made the season so successful.

Tickets include a welcome drink, wine, and a three course dinner and can be purchased either separately, or in our discounted Conference package through the same Typeform

View the shortlists here.

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