Students Association Development Lead

Job description

About the Team:

SRUC's Students' Association (SRUCSA) is the representative body for students at Scotland's Rural College. Sitting with SRUC's Centre for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT), SRUCSA works to ensure that students' voices shape the life and work of SRUC, empowering students through representation, advocacy, and community building. The Association supports a network of elected student officers and class representatives, enabling students to influence decision-making at every level of SRUC. Through partnership working, student-led projects, events and campaigns, SRUCSA aims to create a community where students are able to become who they want to be.

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and enhance the student experience at SRUC by leading the ongoing development of the SRUC Students' Association (SRUCSA). Working in partnership with elected student officers, you will help build a sustainable, autonomous and effective association that represents and champions the interests of students.

You will combine strategic leadership with effective operational management, supporting and developing student officers and representatives, strengthening student voice and participation, and fostering an inclusive, engaged and vibrant student community across all SRUC campuses.

Working collaboratively with colleagues throughout SRUC, you will play a key role in ensuring students have meaningful opportunities to influence decision-making and contribute to the future direction of the institution, helping to deliver a high-quality and inclusive student experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

The minimum qualifications required for this role are an SCQF Level 8 qualification (or equivalent), a relevant professional qualification, and/or significant relevant experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills and expertise required to successfully undertake the responsibilities of the post.

For full person specification, please download the job particular document

Eligibility for Sponsorship:

Please note that this position does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship

Why work for SRUC?

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid working arrangements (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in your learning and development

How to Apply:

Please read the Job Particulars document before applying for this role, and complete an online application form by pressing “apply” or visiting Jobs at SRUC

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Edinburgh City Centre

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£40,000 Per Month

Published at

26-08-2026

Profession type

Admin / Secretarial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English