LGBQ+ Students' Officer

 

Salary:  £12.71 an hour

Hours: Part time - 16 hours per week.

Reporting to: Student Engagement Manager

 

About the Students’ Union   

We are a small, driven team working at a fast pace, that values autonomy, creativity, professionalism, and quality. Our students trust and value the engagement and commercial services we provide and use them to have a great everyday experience at Edge Hill University. We all have a commitment to the success of our students, and we expect everyone in the team to share that goal. 

• Edge Hill Students’ Union works with students to make their University experience all they want it to be. 

• Whatever a students’ needs, situation or background; we empower them through partnership. 

• We deliver events, empower societies, and support individuals with whatever they need to have a great experience whilst fulfilling their ambitions. 

• We bring creativity, innovation and freedom to the student community, and work with Edge Hill to bring about our shared goal of enabling every student to be the best version of themselves. 

  

Role Description  

The Students' Union LGBQ+ Officer plays a pivotal role in championing the rights and well-being of individuals who self-identify as Queer her at Edge Hill. As part of our framework for advocating for student groups tied to the NUS Liberation Networks, this position is integral to our Liberation Network’s mission to promote inclusivity, equity, and protection for all, especially those within this community.

Working closely with the Elected Officers and student union staff, the LGBQ+ Officer will contribute to improved engagement with students and secure positive student-led change at the University.  

  

Main Responsibilities  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with those students identifying as LGBQ+ across the student body.  
• Collaborate on events, initiatives, and campaigns that support and uplift LGBQ+ students voices.
• Lead and develop the EHSU Queer Network in collaboration with the Trans Students Officer. 
• Serve as one of our LGBQ+ representatives within the Students’ Union, advocating for and highlighting the needs and concerns of the LGBQ+ student population. 
• Attend meetings, conferences, and forums to advocate for LGBQ+ rights and highlight relevant issues. 
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies that promote inclusivity and protect the rights of LGBQ+ individuals. 
• Regularly review and provide key insight to update existing policies, ensuring they remain relevant and effective in promoting LGBQ+ inclusivity. 
• Gather feedback from LGBQ+ individuals and communities to continually improve advocacy initiatives. 
• Encourage and facilitate the creation of student-generated content for the organisation's social media channels, ensuring that it aligns with our mission and values. 
• Participate in the annual Student Led Staff Award shortlisting panel, contributing to the selection process and recognising staff achievements. 

This list is not exhaustive and other duties commensurate with the role may be assigned at the discretion of Senior Management.  

About You  

You are a passionate and dedicated advocate for LGBQ+ individuals rights, driven by a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Your experience and skills equip you to provide vital support, develop inclusive policies, and advocate on behalf of others within the LGBQ+ student community. 

You will have excellent communication and teamworking skills and be committed to your own development as a LGBQ+ Officer, making a positive contribution and enhancing the service offered by the Engagement Team. 

  Person specifications 

Essential 

• Be currently enrolled as a student at Edge Hill University  

• Commitment to the purpose and values of a Students’ Union 

• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion 

Desirable  

• Experience in advocacy, support, or community work, particularly within the LGBQ+ community. 
• Experience building and maintaining diverse communities online or offline.
• Excellent oral and written communication/presentation skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills, able to structure work in an organised way and effectively manage own time.
• Understanding of the role of student representation and student unions, and of the importance of an effective academic representation structure for students. 

Remuneration 

This role is salaried at £12.71 an hour, and you can work up to 16 hours each week.  

Eligibility 

This role is open to all current students at Edge Hill University who identify as a LGBQ+. You must be a student at EHU to be eligible for the role, and you will no longer be eligible upon graduation. 

 

Close date for applications: 11.59PM, 8 Ocotber 2026

Interview Date: TBC

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