Sociology & Criminology Employability Assistant

Job description

Job Description

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students from the School of Sociology and Criminology, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

There is an opportunity to work as an Employability Assistant on departmental activities for students in the School of Sociology & Criminology.

The student will be providing administrative support for employability activities. On a weekly basis they will be completing tasks including:

• Assisting with market research with student groups
• Identifying relevant RISE activities for students
• Providing logistical support for departmental events
• Promoting upcoming events to students

Dates: 1 November 2026 - 30 May 2027 (excluding Winter break and Spring break)

Hours: 3 hours per week (hours are flexible around study)

Person Specification

This role is only open to current Manchester Met students studying on a programme in the School of Sociology & Criminology who meet the following requirements:

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of a responsible attitude and ability to show initiative.
• Able to contribute and work effectively in a team and independently.
• Evidence of good time keeping and attendance record.
• Experience in a customer-facing role or administrative role.
• Currently studying on a programme in the School of Sociology & Criminology.
• Confident working in busy environments.

Desirable:

• Passionate about supporting fellow students to engage with industry-facing, skills development or career-focused activities.
• General knowledge about careers support available to students.

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 25 October 2026.

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.

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