Student Trustee Recruitment

We are recruiting 2 Student Trustees to sit on the UGMSU Board of Trustees. 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

UGMSU has a vacancy for two Student Trustees for this academic year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students who are interested in taking a

voluntary leadership role in a charitable organisation which is led by students

for students, and who has a desire to help students

 

ORGANISATIONAL VALUES

 Our Trustees must champion our organisational values of being:

5. Student led.
5. Open and honest.
5. Empowering.
5. Forward thinking.
5. Creative and fun.
5. Inclusive to all.

 

ROLE PUPOSE

Student Trustees will be full members of UGMSU Board of Trustees.  The Board has legal responsibility for the organisation.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The main role of the Trustee Board is to make sure the Students’ Union is working in the best interests of students and that it meets its Companies House and Charity Commission legal obligations as well as being financially sound.

 

WE ASK THAT YOU:

5. Attend 4 Board meetings per year (online/on campus).
5. Attend the Students’ Union Annual General Meeting.
5. Keep in contact with other Trustees and the SU General Manager.
5. Attend training as required.

THE BENEFITS OF BEING A STUDENT TRUSTEE

This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact on a member led organisation.  You will develop your knowledge about governance and charities, develop your employability skills and it looks good on your CV too.  

 

WHO WILL I BE WORKING WITH?

The Board is made up of an Elected Student Officer (President), external Trustees and University appointed Trustees.

 

CHECKLIST FOR ELIGIBILITY TO BE A TRUSTEE OF A CHARITY

All charities report to the Charities Commission, UGMSU is no different.  The role of a Trustee is an important one and there are legal requirements you must meet to be eligible for the role.  When you are appointed to the role you will be required to sign a declaration confirming that you meet the following criteria: -

• You must be a current University of Greater Manchester student and be a student for the full 2026-27 academic year.
• Be over the age of 18 years and have not been convicted of any offence involving dishonesty or deception.
• Have not, within the last 5 years, been convicted of a crime and sentenced to imprisonment.
• Are not, and never have been, on the Sex Offenders Register.
• Have never been disqualified from being a company director.
• Have not previously been removed from the office of a charity trustee on the grounds of misconduct or mismanagement.
• Have never been bankrupt nor made a composition with creditors (if you have been discharged of bankruptcy, please specify how in your application).

 

TRAINING

UGMSU will ensure you receive an induction into the role of Trustee and activities of UGMSU.

 

PAYMENT

The role of Trustee is voluntary.  Due to Charity Commission rules, if you are employed in any capacity by UGMSU, you will not be eligible to be a Trustee.

 

IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION

UGMSU has insurance to cover you if something goes wrong.  This means, as a Board member, your liability if UGMSU became insolvent would be limited to £1.

 

If you are selected to be a Trustee/Director of UGMSU you will need to go through an online process of verifying your Identity with Companies House before you can attend your first meeting.

 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO: -

• Is a current University of Greater Manchester Student in 2026/27.

• Has a good understanding of issues affecting students at the University of Greater Manchester.

• Has strong communication skills with the ability to relate and communicate effectively with people of all levels.

• Is a champion of diversity.

• Has enthusiasm for UGMSU organisational values as a democratic student led organisation.

• Is Committed to devoting time and attention to the role of Student Trustee.

• Has the ability to work as part of a team.

• Is a role model who promotes the highest standards, integrity and honesty.

HOW TO APPLY

• The application deadline is Wednesday 7^th October 2026.
• Those shortlisted will be invited for a short online interview – dates to be arranged.
• Complete the Application Form and write a personal statement explaining your interest in the role why you would make a good Student Trustee
• Submit in person to the SU Office or email to j.galligan@greatermanchester.ac.uk

Click here for the Application and Personal Statement Form