Monday 2nd September 2024

Join Scottish Student Ultimate as the new Vice Chair. Help take a lead in the development of one of our most exciting sports.

Scottish Student Sport (SSS), the governing body for student sport in Scotland, is looking for the next amazing individual to take on the role of Vice Chair for our Ultimate Development Group.

The Development Group coordinate event delivery, communicate with student clubs and participants, and work to enhance the student sporting experience.

Vice Chair

The selected individual will be a key figure in supporting the growth and development of ultimate across the Scottish student environment.

Working alongside the Chair and SSS, you will assist in the organisation of ultimate events in Scotland, and act as an important communicator with student clubs to ensure their thoughts are heard.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for the role by sending a CV and Covering Letter to eilidhgibson@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you are applying for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 15th August.

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Thursday 25th July 2024

Check out the latest vacancy with ENSU who are looking for a new Chair to lead the students association over the coming years.

The logo of Edinburgh Napier Students' Association

As the ENSU Chair has now come to the end of her term in office, recruitment has opened for a new Chair with the skills and experience to lead the Board of Directors, promoting good governance and providing effective and empowering line management to support ENSU’s CEO.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has the strategic focus, governance understanding, leadership experience and time to support and develop a committed Board and ensure ENSA delivers the best experience for students.

  • Salary: This appointment is unremunerated, though reasonable receipted expenses will be refunded.
  • Duration: Appointments are expected to last three years, with the possibility of a second term.  The combined length of terms cannot exceed eight years.
  • Time Commitment: The Chair will be expected to commit approximately ten hours a month to this appointment, in addition to preparing for, and participating in, Board meetings.
  • Board Meetings: All Directors are expected to attend (normally) six Board meetings a year with some held on campus and some online

For more information, view the job description and person specification here.

How to Apply

Applications close 29th September and you are required to send the following:

  • A cover letter (maximum two sides of A4) highlighting your experience, what you would bring to the role, and your motivation to join ENSA.
  • A CV showing your experience to date, highlighting responsibilities and achievements.
  • Contact details for two referees (at least one professional). Referencing will not be conducted unless successful and referees will not be contacted without prior permission.

Applicants should apply online by email to HR@napierstudents.com

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Monday 8th July 2024

Support Scottish Student Shinty in 2024/25 as the new Vice Chair! We’re looking for someone to help support our Development Group.

Scottish Student Sport (SSS), the governing body for student sport in Scotland, is looking for the next amazing individual to take on the role of Vice Chair for our Shinty Development Group.

The Development Group coordinate event delivery, communicate with student clubs and participants, and work with the Camanachd Association to enhance the student sporting experience.

Vice Chair

The selected individual will be a key figure in supporting the growth and development of shinty across the Scottish student environment.

Working alongside the Chair and SSS, you will assist in the organisation of shinty events in Scotland, and act as an important communicator with student clubs to ensure their thoughts are heard.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for the role by sending a CV and Covering Letter to eilidhgibson@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you are applying for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 21st July.

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Monday 8th July 2024

We’re recruiting for the SSS Media Team! Looking for hands on event experience as a photographer, videographer or creator? Sign up now!

A picture of a lady taking photos of five athletes running on a track.

Enhance your CV, boost your media skills and get hands-on experience at a Scottish Student Sport event by joining our SSS Media Team!

We’re looking to bolster our media line-up with talented volunteers, helping us create content for our digital channels and cover the 100+ events we run each year.

Whether you’re a photographer, videographer. blogger, writer, or all the above – we will work with you to show off your creative talents.

This is a fantastic opportunity to get access to some great sporting events, get your work published, and connect with our diverse network.

What we’re looking for:

  • Enthusiastic individuals looking to gain experience with event media
  • Ideally with access to your own equipment
  • Advocate for Student Sport

What we can offer:

  • Publication on our digital channels with full credit
  • Unrivaled access to 100+ SSS events and full accreditation
  • CV experience employers love. And a reference if required
  • Ability to connect with the wider SSS Network, opening up future opportunities

We don’t need you to be an award-winning creator, just motivated, hard-working and enthusiastic about student sport. This opportunity is about supporting your interests and ambitions, and giving you the chance to build experience.

Sound like the ideal opportunity for you? Fill in the Typeform here to register your interest.

And, if you want more information, contact our Communications Coordinator Ruairidh to learn more – ruairidh@scottishstudentsport.com

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Monday 3rd June 2024

Join the team: Scottish Student Volleyball are recruiting for a new Workforce Officer to join the active Development Group.

Scottish Student Sport (SSS), the governing body for student sport in Scotland, is seeking an energetic and committed individual to act as one of the lead volunteers within Scottish Student Volleyball.

The Development Group coordinate event delivery, communicate with student clubs and participants, and work with Scottish Volleyball to enhance the student sporting experience.

Workforce Officer

The selected individual will be a key figure in driving the recruitment and retention of officials and coaches, supported by SSS staff. This will see you become part of the Reffin’ Brilliant programme.

You will also support SS Volleyball events, contribute to the generation of a Volleyball Sport Development Plan, and work with the group to identify key areas of work for the coming year.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for the role by sending a CV and Covering Letter to eilidh@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you are applying for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August.

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Monday 3rd June 2024

We’re recruiting for 4x roles this summer to join the ambitious Scottish Student Basketball Development Group. Apply now!

Scottish Student Basketball are on the lookout for four new individuals to join the dynamic Development Group. The roles are:

  • Chair
  • Communications Officer
  • College Representative
  • Student Representative

Supported by a Scottish Student Sport (SSS) member of staff, the committee work to help run student basketball activity in Scotland including events and development work.

Chair

As Chair you will lead the Development Group, including up to 4x meetings per year, plus oversee all group members project work.

There will be a responsibility to manage the Scottish Student Basketball action plan, recruit new members to the Development Group, and develop the sport’s calendar alongside SSS staff.

View the job description here.

Communications Officer

Leading on all things communications, in this role you will manage a variety of communication channels to showcase your sport and engage the student membership.

You will also support in key events such as Basketball National Finals, and contribute to the wider Development Group’s goals.

View the job description here.

Student Representative

You will communicate on a regular basis with the club captains of student clubs to canvass their opinions, representing them in Development Group meetings.

There will also be opportunities to support in the delivery of key SSS events, like Conference Finals and Basketball National Finals, and to assist in the delivery of ongoing development projects.

View the job description here.

College Rep

This development-orientated role will help establish and maintain links with colleges across the country, and support in developing basketball programmes in these institutions.

There will also be opportunities to support in the delivery of key SSS events, like Conference Finals and Basketball National Finals, and to assist in the delivery of ongoing development projects.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for any of the roles by sending a CV and Covering Letter to eilidh@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role (or roles) you would like to apply for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August .

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Tuesday 28th May 2024

Join Scottish Student Boxing to help grow the sport across Scottish institutions as the new Communications Officer.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Scottish Student Boxing as their new Communications Officer ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Scottish Student Boxing’s Development Group is responsible for the development and promotion of the sport across the Scottish Environment. This will offer excellent opportunities to work alongside key partners to deliver long term success for boxing in Scotland.

Communications Officer

As the Communications Officer your main responsibility will be to support the SS Boxing Chair and SSS by publicising the sport and its activity (e.g. posting on social media channels).

Your other responsibilities are taking minutes from the SS Boxing Meetings, ensuring regular communication between the Chairs and clubs, promotion of club activities via the SS Boxing channels, promotion of Scottish Boxing material and working with the SSS Communications Coordinator on the general promotion of Boxing as a whole.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for any of the roles by sending a CV and Covering Letter to ben@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you would like to apply for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August.

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Tuesday 28th May 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Scottish Student Cycling Development Group as Vice Chair. Will you step up to the task?

Scottish Student Sport (SSS), the governing body for student sport in Scotland, are seeking new individuals to join our active Development Group.

We are looking for a new Vice Chair and Road & Cyclocross Lead.

The role will see you work as part of the sport’s Development Group, alongside other volunteers, SSS staff, and other partners to help run and grow the sport across the Scottish student environment.

Vice Chair

The selected individual will be one of the key figures in the drive towards improving and strengthening student cycling in Scotland as part of the SS Cycling Development Group.

The Vice Chair will work with SSS staff and the Chair to support the coordination of event delivery, feed in to strategic planning, communicate with student participants, support event volunteers and improve both SGB engagement & club development.

View the job description here.

Road & Cyclocross Lead

Supporting a growing area of the Development Group, you will have responsibilities in the areas of event delivery and sport development across the year.

You will also aim to ensure the student voice is heard, and support Scottish Cycling in growing the sport across the country.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for any of the roles by sending a CV and Covering Letter to ben@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you would like to apply for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August.

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Tuesday 28th May 2024

Join Scottish Student Lacrosse now! We’re recruiting for a new Chair, Communications Coordinator, and Student Representative.

Edinburgh Uni Lacrosse

Scottish Student Lacrosse are recruiting for an individual to sit as part of the Development Group as Chair.

Scottish Student Lacrosse Development Group is responsible for the creation and delivery of student Lacrosse. It consists of representatives of the membership, Scottish Lacrosse and Scottish Student Sport and its purpose is to determine the needs of the Student Lacrosse Membership and provide valuable opportunities.

Chair

The SS Lacrosse Chair will enjoy an excellent opportunity to contribute towards growing student Lacrosse and building a relationship with Scottish Lacrosse.

They will be involved in shaping the direction of the development of Student Lacrosse, including opportunities to develop student officials, coaches and competition opportunities.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for any of the roles by sending a CV and Covering Letter to jo@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role you would like to apply for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August.

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Monday 27th May 2024

Join Scottish Student Fencing and shape your sport as the group’s new Competitions or Development Officer. Applications open now.

Two new roles have opened up on the Scottish Student Fencing Development Group – Competitions Officer and Development Officer.

The Fencing Development Group has been established to guide the work of Scottish Student Sport (SSS) in Fencing, and you will represent the interests of all member institutions and student clubs to improve fencing for students in Scotland.

This will see you support the organisation and delivery of ALL student fencing events, by working closely with the SS Fencing Chair and other key partners and develop plans to grow participation through delivery of an engaging competition structure.

You will also help to set policy for fencing and may be asked to lead on any specific projects being delivered at the time, to improve the student fencing experience for the community.

Competitions Officer

In this role you will support in the delivery of the SS Fencing Beginners and Individuals Championships.

You will also help improve the structure and coordination of the BUCS Fencing Centralised League weekends. Alongside this, there will be the opportunity to develop the programme and offering of the Scottish Student Fencing competition scene.

View the job description here.

Development Officer

You will be focused on enhancing the reach and impact of the Scottish Student Fencing programme across all institutions.

This will see you develop the current student network and support with upskilling committee members. You will also aid SSS and Scottish Fencing with building long-term improvements to the student fencing offering.

View the job description here.

How to Apply

You can apply for any of the roles by sending a CV and Covering Letter to sean@scottishstudentsport.com. Please detail on your email which role (or roles) you would like to apply for.

Applications close midnight Sunday 25th August.

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