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Thanks for your interest in working for NTSU. Finding a workplace that allows you to juggle a job alongside your studies can be tough. But we make it easy.
As your Student’s Union, our aim to support you goes beyond the services we offer. It’s also a key value in how we approach student staff jobs.
That is why working for us means flexible hours to accommodate your studies, the convenience of working on campus, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to meet like-minded students in your team.
Our student vacancies are listed below. If you're interested in applying for a role, please read our recruitment pack to learn more about working for us.
Please note: any closing or interview dates should be treated as a guide. We reserve the right to close a vacancy or change interview dates once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, NTSU welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) groups and disabled candidates. We also welcome applications from members of the LGBTQ+ community and encourage inclusivity in the workplace.
Please Note: Our student staff vacancies are only open to current NTU students. NTSU student staff members are unable to work as Freshers' Team alongside their current role.
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Contract: Zero hours (flexible working)
Location: Nottingham Trent Students’ Union
Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) is looking for a creative and motivated NTU student to join our Marketing, Communications & Digital team as a Social Media Assistant.
In this flexible role, you’ll help bring NTSU and Trent Events’ Instagram and TikTok channels to life — capturing the best of student life, from our biggest events to everyday moments on campus. You’ll create engaging short-form video content, attend events to capture live coverage, and contribute fresh ideas to help us connect with NTU’s diverse student community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Creating and editing engaging video content for TikTok, Instagram Reels and Stories, based on briefs from the Marketing & Communications team
- Attending NTSU events and activities to capture footage and create live or post-event content
- Documenting student life on campus and in the city, packaging this into creative short-form videos
- Contributing new ideas in team meetings to stay on top of current trends and boost engagement
- Ensuring all content is inclusive, representative, and reflects NTSU’s brand guidelines and tone of voice
- Supporting NTSU’s sustainability commitments by highlighting green initiatives and considering environmental impact when planning and producing content
What we’re looking for:
- Experience creating and editing video content (CapCut skills desirable)
- A good eye for photography and strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence to appear on camera when needed
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt to fast-paced projects
- Knowledge of current social media trends and digital marketing tools
Our values:
We’re looking for someone who will work collaboratively, embrace feedback and change, take ownership of their work, and represent NTSU positively both online and offline.
If you’re passionate about content creation and want to help tell the story of student life at NTU, while building your skills in a creative and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Application close: Wednesday 20th August at 5pm
