Overview
Apply to be ResLife Assistant. CLOSING DATE 26 APR 2026. Please see recruitment pack here (right click to open a new tab). ResLife (right click to open a new tab) are looking for passionate new live-in Assistants to join our team for the 2026/27 year ahead!
This role will involve helping provide a lively, friendly and supportive community in the student halls through running activities and events within the University calendar year. You will help enrich the student experience; further reach diverse student groups; encourage involvement and participation and motivate students meeting new people.
Please Note: This is a paid ‘live-in’ role, where you will work and live in one of our BU-managed halls of residence (right click to open a new tab). The role is part-time, fixed-term, from September 2026 to June 2027. We welcome applicants from first to final years of education, from all courses.
Main Responsibilities
* Contribute to the implementation of an activity/events programme for students living in BU accommodation increasing participation, scale and quantity of activities/events being run. Events include taking students on excursions to the Jurassic coast, organising live music nights and celebration events at key times such as Halloween, Diwali, Christmas and Easter and so much more!
* Promote and market all activities/events being run through various advertisement campaigns e.g. leafleting, maintaining notice boards and word of mouth, ensuring enhanced awareness of the ResLife programme.
* Encourage students living in the community to develop good relations with their neighbours through networking and socialising. With all students forming improved bonds and connections through being a recognised and friendly person for students to approach.
Skills, Knowledge, Experience And Qualifications Required To Be Successful
* Understanding of issues, especially those related to communal living, which can impact upon students
* A full time undergraduate/postgraduate student at BU
* Mature outlook, reliable and flexible
* Ability to role model defined and expected standards of behaviour
* Although desirable, no events management experience is needed, as full training will be provided; what we are looking for most are interpersonal skills.
About The Department
The ResLife team at SUBU delivers a programme of events, activities, and support within student accommodation to promote engagement, wellbeing, and a sense of community. Working in partnership with the University and accommodation providers, the team creates inclusive environments where students can build connections, develop life skills, and enhance their overall university experience.
About Us
SUBU is dedicated to enriching the lives of Bournemouth University students, whether that is through clubs and societies, putting on events in our venues or by supporting students with our Advice Service. We exist to further the interests of students at Bournemouth University, and everyone in our team contributes to that. At SUBU, you’ll find people who are passionate about their work, and believe in our values of Supportive, Progressive, Integrity, Collaborative, and Equity. We want you to help us achieve our strategic goals. If you think you have the right skill set, a positive attitude and feel that you can be a great addition to our team, we would love to hear from you.
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