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Open Events 2024 Applications for our 2025/26 Union roles are now open, below are all the roles available to apply for and what is expected of you. All Student Union Job Descriptions are detailed below, please click below to download the application form.
Why Should You Stand?
Being part of the Student Union gives you a unique opportunity to represent your peers and bring about the changes you’d like to see at King Ed’s, standing in a student election and becoming a students’ union officer makes for an impressive addition on your UCAS application or CV.
There are many elected roles available, with some requiring greater involvement than others. Our current SU Chair Thea Hunt, explains what made her decide to run for election.
‘I ran for chair of the student union to drive for positive change and create a community where everyone feels heard and empowered. Our close-knit SU has achieved so much, from changes around college to creating fun interactive events for everyone to enjoy. Being in the SU made me feel like I had a purpose and improved my confidence greatly.’
Here are a few things you should consider before running for student election…
First and foremost, elected students can drive change. By leading campaigns or organising events, you can steer the direction of your society, sports club, or wider college.
Becoming an SU officer provides you with a unique opportunity to support a large organisation early in your career.
The experience you’ll gain will look great on your CV and you’ll be able to use relevant examples from your time in office to back up skills in your cover letter and at interview.
There are, however, some drawbacks, most notably the fact that increased involvement results in increased time pressures. For the more demanding roles you may need to sacrifice some of your time, which may impact upon your studies or social life.
Applications for our 2025/26 Union roles are now open, below are all the roles available to apply for and what is expected of you.
Application Timeline:
Tuesday 10 December – Applications being accepted.
Thursday 16 January – Nominations deadline.
Thursday 23 January – Shortlist announced.
Wednesday 29 January – Social media campaign video to be submitted.
Friday 31 January – Student campaigning to commence.
Thursday 6 February – Husting 12.30pm in Chambers.
Thursday 6 February – Tuesday 25 February – Voting will take place electronically via Microsoft Forms.
Wednesday 26 February – Results published via email to all students.
Thursday 27 February – Shadow SU to start attending meeting.
Thursday 3 April – New SU to take full control.
