The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.
Lead from the learner's seat by becoming a Student Consultant within the Department of Social Work and Social Care.
This paid opportunity gives current students the chance to work in partnership with staff to help shape teaching, learning, assessment and the wider student experience. Your insights as a student are invaluable in helping the department identify what is working well and where improvements can be made.
As a Student Consultant, you will contribute to meaningful discussions, share ideas and experiences, and help ensure that student voices are central to decision-making within the department.
What You'll Do
As a Student Consultant, you will:
- Work collaboratively with staff and fellow students to explore ways of enhancing the student experience.
- Provide feedback on teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum design from a student perspective.
- Contribute ideas that help improve belonging, inclusion and equality of opportunity for students.
- Participate in interactive workshops and discussions focused on identifying challenges and developing solutions.
- Review student-facing materials, resources and guidance where opportunities arise.
- Act as a valued partner in departmental improvement projects and initiatives.
What's Involved?
Successful applicants will attend an induction session before participating in a series of paid workshops throughout the academic year.
The programme includes:
- 1 induction session
- 6 x 90-minute workshops running between November and May
- Opportunities to attend the workshops that best fit your availability
- Potential additional paid activities, such as reviewing handbooks, resources and other student-facing materials
Why Get Involved?
This is a unique opportunity to make a genuine impact on both current and future students while gaining valuable professional experience.
As a Student Consultant, you will:
- Influence positive changes within your department.
- Develop communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Gain experience working collaboratively with academic and professional services staff.
- Build confidence through discussion, feedback and presentation activities.
- Expand your professional network by connecting with staff and students across different courses.
- Strengthen your CV with paid university-based experience.
- Contribute to creating a more inclusive and supportive student community.
Guided by the principle of "Nothing About Us Without Us," Student Consultants play a vital role in ensuring that student voices remain at the heart of decision-making and continuous improvement at Manchester Met.
Role Details
Dates: November 2026 onwards
Hours of Work: Induction session plus up to six 90-minute workshops between November and May. Additional paid opportunities may be available throughout the year.
Induction Session: Tuesday 3 November, 4:00pm, Brooks Building (hybrid attendance options can be explored where necessary).