Union Support Staff @ Liverpool John Moores University Students' Union

2026 / 2027 · Part time student roles

Flexible paid work at the heart of LJMU campus. Build your CV, make new friends, and make a real difference for your fellow students.

£13.45

per hour + holiday pay

98%

would recommend JMSU (4yr avg)

27k

students you will support

1/wk

shift on reception, term time

How to apply

Complete the Application Form and EDI Form, then email both to jmsu-recruitment@ljmu.ac.uk in Microsoft Word format. CVs will not be accepted.

Application form EDI form

Useful documents

Privacy notice Right to work guidance Recruitment guidance

Closes Midnight 5 July 2026

Interviews 5-7 Aug 2026

Induction 7 Sep 2026

Quick find

Eligibility & pay
The roles
Shift patterns
What staff say
How to apply
FAQs

Eligibility & pay

Are you a good fit?

You are a good fit if...

You will be an LJMU student in 2026/2027 (whether you're a first year, final year, or doing a masters!)

Looking for flexible paid work around your studies

Want to build skills and boost your CV

Want to make a difference for fellow students

Available for interviews 5-7 August 2026

Available for induction 7 September 2026

Pay & benefits

£13.45/hr

Plus 12.07% holiday pay · Real Living Wage employer

Choose your own shifts around your studies

Learning and development opportunities

24hr employee wellbeing assistance

Totum and Unidays student discounts

Work at the heart of campus

The roles

What you will be doing

Our Support Staff are the face of JMSU welcoming students, staff and visitors at the Student Life Building and across campus, supporting events, and helping fellow students find what they need.

Reception & events support

Be the face of JMSU welcoming everyone through the doors, helping students understand what the union offers, and supporting cross campus events. One shift per week on reception.

Customer service Events Campus wide

2 specialist roles

Content & engagement support

Support our Content & Engagement Team with content creation, great for students studying media, comms, journalism or marketing. Hours are flexible and in addition to reception shifts.

Content creation Social media Flexible hours

Shift patterns

Term time only. You choose.

Monday to Friday during term time. You pick the shifts that work around your studies.

Morning shift

9:30 - 14:30

Monday to Friday · Term time only

Afternoon shift

14:30 - 19:30

Monday to Friday · Term time only

What our staff say

Straight from the team

98%

would recommend JMSU as a place to work (4yr average)

"Friendly, welcoming and encouraging staff and colleagues."

"No shift is the same, it is fun and there is space for personal development."

"The flexibility to choose which shifts I am available for."

"Learning skills that will genuinely help with future employability."

How to apply

Three steps to joining the team

Download and complete the application form

Fill in the application form and once complete email it to jmsu-recruitment@ljmu.ac.uk. Please return your form in Microsoft Word format only. CVs will not be accepted.

Application form

Complete the Equality, Diversity & Inclusivity form

Please also fill in our EDI form as part of your application.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusivity form

Return both forms before the closing date

Both forms must be submitted by the closing date. Make sure you are also available for online interviews and the induction day before applying.

Closes Midnight Sunday 5 July 2026 Interviews 5-7 Aug 2026 Induction 7 Sep 2026

FAQs

Got questions?

Do I need to be an LJMU student to apply?

Yes! You must be enrolled at Liverpool John Moores University in 2026/2027 to be eligible.

Will working for JMSU affect my student finance?

Part time earnings do not normally affect your student loan, but your specific circumstances may vary. Check at gov.uk/student-finance.

Can international students apply?

If your visa permits part-time work in the UK you are welcome to apply. Check your conditions and see our right to work guidance.

How many hours will I work each week?

Typically one reception shift per week during term time (5 hours). Additional hours are available through events. Content and engagement hours are flexible and on top of reception shifts.

What training and support will I receive?

All new student staff attend a full induction on 7 September 2026, plus ongoing learning and development and 24hr wellbeing support throughout the year.

What do the content and engagement roles involve?

Supporting content creation with our Content & Engagement Team. This is suited to students studying media, comms, journalism or marketing. Indicate your interest on the application form.

Do I need to be available on the interview and induction dates?

Yes! These are a requirement of the role. Interviews: 5th, 6th or 7th August 2026. Induction: Monday 7 September 2026. Please do not apply if you cannot attend.

So, what are you waiting for?

Download both forms, complete them, and email to jmsu-recruitment@ljmu.ac.uk in Microsoft Word format before midnight on 5 July 2026. CVs will not be accepted.

Closes midnight 5 July 2026

Interviews 5-7 Aug 2026

Induction 7 Sep 2026

Application form EDI form

Work for your Students' Union

How to apply

So, what are you waiting for?