Student Ambassador (Campus Jobs) – Part-Time Casual Role
University of Reading
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
The University of Reading is offering flexible, part-time opportunities through its Campus Jobs service, a centralised initiative designed to provide temporary and casual work for students across university campuses. This role typically falls under Student Ambassador and related campus support assignments, which may include assisting during open days, supporting departmental events, guiding prospective students and visitors, and contributing to outreach and engagement activities.
Campus Jobs provides a safe and structured working environment, enabling students to gain valuable professional experience while balancing academic commitments. Assignments may vary from one-off event-based work to more regular shift patterns and can include responsibilities across departments, administrative functions, hospitality services, and student-facing roles.
The programme is managed jointly by the University’s Human Resources and Careers teams, ensuring fair recruitment, consistent pay structures, and professional development opportunities. Workers are paid via an hourly rate system, with timesheets submitted through an online portal and payments processed monthly.
The role is designed to enhance employability by developing key transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and organisational abilities. Students may engage with diverse groups including prospective applicants, academic staff, and external visitors, contributing to the university’s outreach and operational activities.
[Eligibility Criteria]
- Must be a current student at the University of Reading
- Eligible to work in the UK and able to complete right-to-work checks
- Must adhere to student working regulations, including a maximum of 20 hours per week during term time (subject to visa conditions where applicable)
- Ability to commit to flexible working hours depending on assignment requirements
[Required expertise/skills]
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational and time-management abilities
- Professional attitude with a willingness to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
- Reliability and adaptability in a dynamic campus environment
Salary details
Hourly pay in line with the University of Reading Temporary Worker Framework, with additional holiday pay (approximately 12.07%) included. Statutory deductions such as tax and National Insurance may apply where applicable.
Application Deadline
Not specified