Job Description

The Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for B&FC graduates to apply to be the new Students' Union Sabbatical and join our Directorate for Students on a 2 year fixed term basis. Please note for this position an interview will be held as well as a cross-college vote that all B&FC student's will participate in order to uphold the democratic nature of the role within the Students' Union.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

The Students' Union Sabbatical Officer is the chief representative of students of Blackpool and The Fylde College and participates in relevant cross college groups that deal with all aspects of the College's work.


Representing all students at Blackpool and The Fylde College across a variety of committees, forums, and college-wide initiatives. Leading Students' Union campaigns, events, and student-led initiatives that reflect the needs and priorities of the student body. Supporting and developing SU Executive members and student representatives to actively engage in college life and decision-making. Promoting student voice and partnership working through social media, digital platforms, and direct engagement with students and staff. Maintaining and upholding the SU Constitution, ensuring democratic processes and effective student representation.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the student experience, develop your leadership and communication skills, and shape positive change across the College. You'll gain invaluable experience in representation, governance, and event planning--ideal for anyone passionate about student voice and advocacy.

Interested? Apply Early!

If this role excites you, please submit your application as soon as possible, as this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Rewards and Benefits

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Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work Certified(TM)


Enhanced leave allowance of

38 days

(full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Competitive pension scheme: + Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) -

28.68%

employer contribution
+ Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) -

15.4%

employer contribution

Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. 1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications Agile working opportunities Enhanced Family friendly policies Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to: + Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
+ Occupational Health
+ FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
+ FREE eye tests
+ Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
+ FREE healthy breakfast
+ Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
+ Health and beauty salon
+ Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)

Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates FREE car parking Car lease scheme Cycle to work scheme Onsite kids 'Sports Camp' 8am - 5pm during selected half-term breaks



B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process


B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here


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Job Type

Fixed-Term

Curriculum / Service Area

Directorate for Students

Campus / Location

Various

Hours per week

37

Part-Year?

No

Post scale

Scale 2

Post Scale Range (FTE)

24,242

Closing Date

22/06/2025