Collaborative Engagement and Retention Team Coordinator (Black Leadership Programme)

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Nottingham seeks a passionate Coordinator for the Collaborative Engagement and Retention Team. This role focuses on supporting student engagement and development, particularly through the Black Leadership Programme. Candidates should possess excellent people skills, experience in educational contexts, and a proactive approach. The position offers a hybrid working environment, competitive salary, and ample professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25-30 days annual leave

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan

Health and wellbeing services

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proactive and confident individual with a passion for working with students.
• Experience working with students or young people in an educational context.
• Ability to connect with people from a range of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support students through various initiatives aimed at engagement and retention.
• Coordinate the Black Leadership Programme and other student development initiatives.
• Manage administrative tasks related to student programs.

Skills

People skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Nottingham Trent University – Collaborative Engagement and Retention Team Coordinator (Black Leadership Programme)

• Location: Nottingham
• Salary: £33,045-38,026 per year
• Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Posted: 7 hours ago

Support our students at every stage of their journey. The Collaborative Engagement and Retention Team (CERT), based within the Centre for Student and Community Engagement (CenSCE), works in partnership with Academic Schools, Professional Services, and the Students' Union to design, develop and implement interventions that enhance the engagement, retention, and progression of students at Nottingham Trent University.

We are looking for a proactive, confident, and creative individual with a genuine passion for working with students. The successful candidate will be organised with good attention to detail, have strong people and communication skills, and a proven track record of working with a range of stakeholders to deliver successful projects, which includes the coordination of our Black Leadership Programme as well as other student development initiatives. We need a team player who is willing to get involved in all aspects of the work of CERT from creative problem-solving to developing and coordinating administrative tasks.

Experience of working with students or young people in an educational context and the ability to connect with people from a wide range of backgrounds is essential. Whilst not compulsory, prior experience of running student development programmes or co-curricular schemes (e.g., Diversity Programmes, Student Mentor, Students' Union or Volunteering schemes or supporting student Clubs or Societies) would be advantageous, as would experience of line management.

Please refer to the job description and person specification and include a personal statement in your application which clearly demonstrates how you meet the requirements for the role. CVs will not be accepted. For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We\'ll still consider applications even if you don\'t meet every single one of the requirements, so don\'t be put off if you don\'t match them perfectly.

Interview date

16th October

About Us

Nottingham Trent University is a successful and ambitious university that is recognised for its innovation and inclusivity and being bold enough to do things differently. Our Centre for Student and Community Engagement (CenSCE) is committed to enhancing social mobility and widening participation using data, research, and pedagogy. CenSCE is known for innovation and quality in higher education. Our people, insights, and innovative approaches enhance engagement amongst our students and communities to create positive change, empowering students to excel in university and beyond.

We facilitate 700+ activities annually, place 300 students in local schools, collaborate with 30,000+ pupils nationwide, and engage 1,000+ volunteers in community projects. If you\'re passionate about advancing social mobility and possess expertise in data and research, join our team. Our mission is to ensure university education is accessible and rewarding for all students, regardless of background. Contribute to our mission and grow your career in a dynamic environment.

Join Us

• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You\'re empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We\'re open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 25 - 30 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more…

Safe and Inclusive: At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. For more information visit the support page.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.

Nottingham Trent University

Join Us (Additional)

• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You\'re empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We\'re open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 25 - 30 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more…Find out more about the