Welcome to Kent Students' Union Recruitment

Kent Students' Union is a charity that supports students at the University of Kent. At Kent Students' Union, we know how important it is for students to have the opportunity to earn extra money while studying.

We are here to provide the best student experiences on the planet. We do this by standing up for students, helping them have the best time at Kent and preparing them for life after Kent. We are clear about our values as an organisation and for the people who work and volunteer here – we are Bold, Inclusive and Supportive.

Our outlets include The Venue nightclub, Woody's bar and restaurant, two Co-op stores, and the Library Café all based on the Canterbury campus. We also have our online employment services - Jobshop, assisting University of Kent students in Canterbury and Medway to find part-time, temporary and seasonal employment.  We run commercial services to provide Kent students with valuable job opportunities on campus, helping them build essential employability skills and experience for their CV which will help them be successful in the competitive job market.

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Oaks Nursery, Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner

We’re looking for a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our warm and experienced team at Oaks Nursery, based on the beautiful University of Kent campus. You’ll be part of a well-established, supportive setting committed to providing outstanding care and inspiring learning opportunities for children from babies to pre-schoolers. Flexible working hours, excellent holidays, including 2 weeks at Christmas and New Year. Salary £23,508 p.a.

Closes 12:00pm 04/01/2026

Permanent

Oaks Nursery, Early Years SENDCo.

Are you passionate about inclusive early years education? Do you have the experience and drive to lead and support SEND provision in a busy well-regarded nursery setting? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our team at Oaks Nursery

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Oaks Nursery, Level 2 Qualified Early Years Practitioner

We’re looking for a Level 2 Qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our warm and experienced team at Oaks Nursery, based on the beautiful University of Kent campus. You’ll be part of a well-established, supportive setting committed to providing outstanding care and inspiring learning opportunities for children from babies to pre-schoolers. Flexible working hours, excellent holidays, including 2 weeks at Christmas and New Year. Salary £23,508 p.a.

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Oaks Nursery, Room Supervisor, Level 3 Qualified

We’re looking for a Level 3 Qualified Room Supervisor to join our our warm and experienced Early Years team at Oaks Nursery, based on the beautiful University of Kent campus. You’ll be part of a well-established, supportive setting committed to providing outstanding care and inspiring learning opportunities for children from babies to pre-schoolers. Flexible working hours, excellent holidays, including 2 weeks at Christmas and New Year. Salary £24,699 p.a.

Closes 12:00pm 06/01/2026

Fixed Term

Student Team Leader, The Venue

Are you a student looking for a position to fit around your studies? The post holder will be responsible for staff motivation, front of house supervision and ensuring The Venue exceeds customer expectations. The post holder will be responsible for stock and cash control. Authority and direction is delegated from the Union’s Trustees, via the Commercial Operations Manager, The Venue General Manager and the Venue Assistant Manager. £13.95 per hour including holiday pay