University Of Derby
Widening Access Graduate Intern null
Derby, Hybrid
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Opportunity details
Opportunity Type
Internship, Clerkship or Placement
Salary
GBP 22,011 - 22,021 / Year
Application dates
Minimum requirements
Accepting International Applications
No
Qualifications Accepted
C
Communication
Creative Writing
Journalism
H
Social Science (all other)
Working rights
Read moreYour role
Principal accountabilities:
- Support the Widening Access team to prepare, coordinate and deliver high-quality, innovative outreach activities, programmes, and digital resources in line with the aims of the University’s Access and Participation Plan, Widening Participation strategy and Widening Access team development plan.
- Support team members in the development of exciting and innovative outreach programmes and plans.
- Produce a range of high-quality, innovative and creative materials and resources for widening access activities appropriate for a range of target cohorts.
- Support or facilitate online, on-campus and in-school activity as required.
- Be an outstanding, knowledgeable and professional representative of the University at school and college HE fairs, visits and other relevant events; liaise appropriately with staff, students and parents in targeted schools; provide up-to-date information regarding progression routes to students wishing to progress to HE; maintain full and detailed knowledge of all progression opportunities, including the University of Derby portfolio of courses, application and admission processes and student funding in order to provide HE-related information, advice and guidance.
- Be a pro-active member of Student Engagement and engage in cross-departmental activities to; support colleagues across the institution to deliver University activity; raise the internal profile of the Widening Access team; and pursue continuing professional development opportunities.
- Support the delivery of activities relating to the University’s involvement in wider outreach collaborative networks.
- Record all activities and other agreed information as required for evaluation, statistical returns and reporting progress against targets.
- Liaise closely with the University’s Schools and Colleges Liaison team in order to ensure coordinated communications and provision to schools, following stated procedures and ways of working where appropriate.
- Provide administrative support to the Schools and Colleges Liaison Team regarding the organization of student employees, including work allocation.
- Supervise and provide guidance to student employees when requested to do so by a member of the Widening Access Team or Schools and Colleges Liaison Team.
- Support the training of student employees in regard to the needs of the work of the Widening Access Team.
- Provide administrative support to the Widening Access Team including overseeing the Widening Access email account and any other administrative tasks as required.
- Develop and maintain administrative processes to support the work of the Widening Access Team.
- Support the Senior Widening Access Officer, and Evaluation and Evidence Manager, to monitor the evaluation of Widening Access activities and coordinate the storage and processing of data in accordance with GDPR and the University of Derby data protection policy and EMWPREP requirements.
- Carry out duties in a safe and proper manner to comply with the University’s Health & Safety Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
About you
Essential criteria:
Qualifications
- Honours degree or equivalent qualification awarded within the last 2 years
Experience
- Experience in delivering information in a creative and engaging way
- Experience working with groups of learners progressing to HE
Skills, knowledge and abilities
- Understanding of and commitment to widening participation/access
- Evidence of good written and report writing skills
- Evidence of excellent presentation skills
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Evidence of excellent IT skills, including use of social media and video conferencing platforms
- Ability to work using your own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to manage complex and conflicting demands
- Demonstrate a commitment to an excellent standard of customer service
- Team player
- Innovative and creative thinker
- Flexible and adaptable in approach to work
- Consistent and reliable
Business requirements
- Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred check
- Willingness and flexibility to travel and work between University and external sites in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Willingness and flexibility to working hours. With prior notice, evening and weekend work will be required
- Extensive local and some regional UK travel
Compensation & benefits
The University Of Derby provides a great environment along with the following benefits:
- Salary £22,011 to £22,021 per annum
- (For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £25,088 per annum)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Opportunities for further salary progression based on performance
- Opportunity to join a contributory pension scheme
Training & development
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a recent graduate to support the development, delivery and evaluation of the University’s widening access outreach work and other associated activities targeting under-represented learners in schools and colleges. The role will help raise the awareness, aspiration and attainment of targeted learners and the profile of progression routes into higher education through the provision of a range of activities and events in a variety of settings, including workshops, presentations, experience days, and virtual delivery using conference call software.
Career progression
The University of Derby has the same ambitions for its people and because they specialize in identifying and developing individual potential, you can be confident you'll receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress.
How to apply
- You can apply by submitting an online application.
- Once you have signed in or registered with the company you will be able to begin your application.
- If you are creating an account for the first time, please ensure you provide an email address that you access regularly as this will be the main means of contacting you regarding your application.
Sources
The following sources were used in researching this page:
- derby.ac.uk/jobs/why-join-derby/rewards-and-benefits/
- derby.ac.uk/jobs/why-join-derby/
- youtube.com/@UniversityofDerby
Hiring criteria
You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.
Entry pathway
Degree or Certificate
Minimum Level of Study
Bachelor (Honours) or higher
Study Field
C
Communication
Creative Writing
Journalism
H
Social Science (all other)
Work rights
The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.
United Kingdom
UK Citizen
UK Permanent Resident
UK Student Visa