ABOUT US

Nottingham Trent University is a successful and ambitious university that is recognised for its innovation and inclusivity and being bold enough to do things differently.
Our Centre for Student and Community Engagement (CenSCE) is committed to enhancing social mobility and widening participation using data, research, and pedagogy. CenSCE is known for innovation and quality in higher education. Our people, insights, and innovative approaches enhance engagement amongst our students and communities to create positive change, empowering students to excel in university and beyond.
We facilitate 700+ activities annually, place 300 students in local schools, collaborate with 30,000+ pupils nationwide, and engage 1,000+ volunteers in community projects. If you’re passionate about advancing social mobility and possess expertise in data and research, join our team. Our mission is to ensure university education is accessible and rewarding for all students, regardless of background. Contribute to our mission and grow your career in a dynamic environment.
For any informal queries about the role or the CenSCE team, please contact Luke Parmenter (Collective Impact Manager) at luke.parmenter@ntu.ac.uk

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about improving educational and wellbeing outcomes for children? Do you have the skills to build trust with diverse stakeholders and deliver meaningful change? Are you committed to enabling lived experience to shape decision and policy making? If so, read on to find out more about about how you could join the backbone team in an exciting Collective Impact Initiative aimed at enhancing school readiness in Mansfield.
We are a dynamic, forward-thinking team committed to fostering positive change through collaboration. The “Getting School Ready” initiative is a cross-sector partnership that addresses the factors hindering school readiness across the Mansfield district. We need someone who can engage with families, schools, and community partners to make a lasting impact on children’s futures.

APPLYING FOR THE ROLE

We will require you to submit a personal statement that provides us with a good sense of who you are and evidences your knowledge, skills and experience.
If you would like information and advice on completing your application form, we would recommend attending the free, MS Teams-based Nottingham Trent University applications workshop delivered by the National Careers Service. Delivered by experienced Careers Advisers, the workshop will give you invaluable insight into how to use your experience, skills and qualities to evidence your suitability for the vacancy.
Please book at: https://10to8.com/book/vimwzwozktlbiogbwe/1412855/
You will receive an email confirming your booking within 24 hours. Please check both your inbox and junk mail folders.
To ensure the diverse needs of our team are met we actively encourage secondments and offer flexible part-time working patterns - we’re focused on finding the right person for the role.
Interview Date: 16th June 2025