We’re an autonomous organisation and we’re funded by the University of Exeter and Falmouth University. Acting independently ensures that we remain entirely focused on our students with one purpose in mind: to improve their student experience.
As a registered charity (1193045), our charitable purpose is the advancement of education, and our funds can for used for this charitable purpose only. This means that as a not-for-profit organisation: any income we gain goes straight back into providing services for students.
Our membership comprises of students studying with both Falmouth University and the University of Exeter (Cornwall) which creates a unique and special experience of which we love to be a key part of. We are a member-led democratic organisation; our students are at the heart of everything we do. Our members views, opinions and experiences regarding students’ lives influence decision makers operating at every level, helping to shape the wider student experience and we enjoy positive collaborative relationships with both universities. Students have the power to shape what the Union does through our Annual Student Members’ Meetings and referenda, and they lead our Student Forum, which determine our Union priorities.
We are proud of the range of opportunities and services that we provide to students, which includes student led societies and sports clubs, volunteering opportunities, professional independent specialist advice, academic representation, and democratic activities. We also help students to organise a wide range of events and activities specifically for their fellow students.
The role of Lay Trustee provides an opportunity to support our Sabbatical and Student Trustees, foster a culture of student leadership and deliver a student focused service.
We are looking for a dedicated Lay Trustee who will join our Board to support the strategic direction of the charity.
You will be taking up the role at a critical and exciting time, as we are within the first year of our 2025-2030 Strategy. If you are excited at the prospect of contributing to the growth and development of the SU, then we eagerly anticipate the possibility of working alongside you to shape the future of our organisation.
We are especially keen to hear from applicants based in the South West, with experience in any of the below areas:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Henry Massimo, People & Governance Manager, henry.massimo@thesu.org.uk.
Applicants will be selected based on their skills, knowledge and experience weighed against the job and person specification. Interviews will take place via MS Teams.
For further details on how to apply, please visit the role post on our website: https://www.thesu.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/67/