Online Interview Support for BA Primary Education with QTS course

Job description

Job Description

This opportunity is open to current Manchester Met students only. Applicants must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

The Faculty of Education is seeking current BA Primary Education with QTS students to support online interviews for prospective students. Successful applicants will provide a friendly and informative presence in a remote Zoom room, helping candidates learn more about studying Primary Education at Manchester Met.

What you will be doing

• Answering questions about student life and studying at Manchester Met
• Sharing your experiences of the BA Primary Education course and the support available
• Discussing teaching placements and university-based learning experiences
• Helping prospective students feel welcome and informed
• Demonstrating enthusiasm for the course and the teaching profession

What you will gain

• An opportunity to share your knowledge and experiences
• Experience representing and promoting your course
• Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills
• Increased confidence speaking with groups and engaging with new people
• Valuable experience supporting recruitment and outreach activities

Dates

The role will usually take place on Wednesdays, running weekly from November 2026 to the end of March 2027, and then fortnightly until the end of May 2027.

Once approved for the role, you will be able to indicate your availability around university timetables and placement commitments. Shifts will then be allocated accordingly.

Hours of Work

You will be paid for 2 hours on each interview day worked, during the following session times:

• 8:45am - 9:15am
• 10:45am - 11:15am
• 1:15pm - 1:45pm
• 3:15pm - 3:45pm

Training and Support

Before interviews begin, you will receive a briefing via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, along with written guidance outlining the role and what is expected.

Person Specification

This role is only open to current Manchester Met Students who meet the following requirements -

This role is only open to current Manchester Met Students currently on the BA Primary Education with QTS course (BA1, BA2 or BA3) who meet the following requirements:

• positive
• professional
• polite
• willing to talk and share experiences of the course and placements
• be proactive in asking candidates to open up

How to Apply

Please apply via the Apply button, completing the form on the next page.

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 25th October 2025.

Please be aware that roles may close earlier than the stated closing date, where a high number of applications are received. To ensure you have an opportunity to apply, please do so as soon as possible.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you require or would benefit from support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in work, please contact us by e-mailing [email protected]. This information will only be used and shared with those who require it to implement any change(s) and only at the point this is required.

If you have any queries, or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.