Student Ambassador
| Company: | University of Glasgow |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Glasgow, G12 8QQ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Sept 2026 |
Summary
College of Social Sciences
School of Social & Political Sciences
Student Ambassador
Vacancy Ref: 204733
Salary, Grade 3, £24,685 - £25,249 per annum pro rata.
As a Student Ambassador for the School of Social and Political Sciences, you will represent the School and University of Glasgow to prospective students from the UK and around the world.
You must be a current master’s student studying on a postgraduate taught programme within the School of Social and Political Sciences.
What you will do:
You will support the School’s Student Recruitment and Marketing team by attending events, online and in-person, speaking with prospective students, sharing your experiences and answering questions.
A key aspect of this role will be leveraging your creativity, experience, and expertise to produce engaging content across multiple channels, including social media reels, TikTok videos, long-form video content, and occasional blog posts. You will create and deliver high-quality content that supports digital marketing and social media campaigns, helping to increase audience engagement and brand awareness.
You should be enthusiastic about sharing your experiences of your master’s programme, student life at the University of Glasgow and living in Glasgow, helping prospective students to get a better understanding of what it is like to study here.
Why become a SPS Student Ambassador?
If you are passionate about your student journey and excited to help others start theirs, this is a fantastic opportunity to:
• Build your CV with real-world experience in communication, marketing, public engagement, and customer service capabilities.
• Develop valuable content creation, communication and presentation skills.
• Strengthen your confidence working in a professional environment.
• Expand your personal and professional network within the School of Social & Political Sciences and beyond.
• Make a meaningful impact by helping others on their postgraduate journey.
• Paid flexible work that can fit around your studies.
How to Apply:
To apply for the SPS Student Ambassador role, please submit:
A short video (maximum 90 seconds) explaining why you would be a great SPS Student Ambassador
In your video, please tell us:
• Your name – Who are you?
• Where you're from - City and/or country
• Your Master’s degree programme
• Why you chose to study in Glasgow
• Why you would like to become an SPS Student Ambassador
• Why you're a strong fit for the role – Here you can highlight any relevant skills, experience or qualities outlined below
Please send your video to ssps-studentambassadors-apply@glasgow.ac.uk
If shortlisted, you will be invited to a short online interview to learn a bit more about you and why you want to become a SPS Student Ambassador.
If successful, we will ask you to provide a reference as part of our employment checks. However, your referee will not be contacted unless you receive an offer
This post is offered on a fractional basis and is fixed term until the 18th of November 2027
Apply online at: Student Ambassador · University of Glasgow
Closing date: 23:45 30th September 2026
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
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