Graduate Practitioner - Student Success x4 posts

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wolverhampton seeks Graduate Practitioners to enhance student success across various programs. The role involves supporting important projects, working collaboratively with staff and students, and offers valuable professional development opportunities. This is an excellent chance for graduates passionate about making a difference in higher education.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Standard Life Pension scheme

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Engaged in student roles like ambassador or mentor.
• Experience supporting students with varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support projects linked to Access and Participation Plan.
• Collaborate with staff and students across the university.

Skills

Proactivity

Collaboration

Passion for helping others

Education

University of Wolverhampton Graduate

Job description

Overview

Fixed Term Contract Until 31st July 2026, 4 Vacancies

Are you a proud University of Wolverhampton Graduate passionate about making a difference for students — and ready to start a career shaping the future of higher education?

We’re looking for four Graduate Practitioners to join our Student Success Directorate, working across the full student lifecycle — from access and belonging to attainment, employability, and alumni engagement. These posts offer hands-on experience, professional development, and the chance to make a genuine impact on how students learn, connect, and succeed at Wolverhampton.

You’ll support projects linked to our Access and Participation Plan, Graduate Outcomes, and Student Experience Strategy, working collaboratively with staff and students across the university.

We particularly welcome applications from those who have previously engaged in student roles such as ambassadors, mentors, course representatives, or society leaders, as well as graduates with lived experience or areas of special interest — for example, international students, care-experienced students, or those balancing study with other responsibilities.

If you’re proactive, collaborative, and passionate about helping others achieve their potential, this is a brilliant opportunity to start your professional journey with us.

Staff Benefits

You may be eligible to choose from a number of benefits during your appointment, subject to any rules applicable to the relevant benefit (as amended from time to time). Further details of these benefits are available on the intranet.

Your Benefits

We believe employees should be recognised for their hard work and contribution to the University's growth and success and offer an attractive range of competitive benefits to all staff:

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women\'s networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)

PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.