Job Description

Role: Union President- Student Voice

Pay: £22,145

Reports to: Trustee Board and Students

Overview of role:

The Union President- Student Voice focuses on improving the student experience of all students at Southampton Solent University and represents their views on priority student issues and any national or local campaigns, to the University and Students’ Union. This may involve undertaking research, shaping policies, running campaigns and lobbying for change. They are the lead Sabbatical Officer responsible for the development of democratic processes and are the lead Officer for the Student Board meetings, in collaboration with the University. They lead on matters in relation to teaching and learning, academic support and quality processes. They are the lead Sabbatical Officer supporting the academic representation system. The Union President- Student Voice is a Trustee of Solent SU, as a member of the Board of Trustees, they ensure that Solent SU fulfils its purpose as a students’ union and functions efficiently as a charity. The Union President- Student Voice is also a Student Governor of Solent University.  
 
What would I be responsible for?  
 
• Taking a leading role, alongside staff teams, in the development of Solent SU democratic processes.  
• Representing students on specific University meetings, committees, groups and boards in relation to non-academic experience.  
• Presenting student feedback to effectively influence positive change the student experience. This can be in relation to the creation or development of policies, campaigns or research.  
• Engaging with and listening to the views of students, receiving their feedback in a variety of in-person and digital formats.  
• Being the lead Sabbatical Officer Team contact and have responsibility for ensuring that all opportunities to collect feedback and represent the voices of students are utilised effectively.  
• Driving communication between the University, Students’ Union and student body to build a culture of collaboration.  
• Empowering and supporting students in leadership roles to create positive changes to the student experience.  
• Acting as lead spokesperson and ambassador for the Students’ Union alongside the wider representative team. Promoting the value of the Union and its positive impact for students. Taking a leading role, alongside staff teams, in the development of academic representation processes, recruitment and training of representatives.  
• Representing students on specific University meetings, committees, groups and boards in relation to academic experience, including teaching and learning; academic support and quality processes.  
• Presenting student feedback to effectively influence positive change in relation to the academic experience of students. Whether this be in relation to the development of policies, campaigns or research. 

• Driving communication between the Departments of the wider University, Students’ Union and student body to build a culture of collaboration.  
• Empowering and supporting Department and Course Representatives to create positive changes to the academic experience of students.  

As part of the Sabbatical Officer Team, you will:  

 
• Bringing together the views from across the student body, you will work to improve and support student representation across the University.  
• Identify areas where students need their voices enhanced and supported outside of academic structures to help improve student experience.  
• Work with students and staff to help create a sense of belonging within the student community.  
• Work collaboratively to represent international and mature students and support initiatives to improve their student experience.  
• Work collaboratively to support and promote student led groups. 
 

To achieve this, you will:  

• Connect with, and regularly meet with students to collect and present a representative view based on feedback.  
• Engage with underrepresented and hard-to-reach students, actively seeking out minority voices and representing them.  
• Attend Department level meetings as required, such as committees and boards.  
• Maintain strong ongoing relationships with key student and staff contacts and provide regular input about what is working well and what could be improved.  
• Work in partnership with staff within the Union and University to co-create solutions and positive developments that will benefit students.  
• Ensure that positive changes are recognised and celebrated.  

Meetings where you may be expected to represent the views of students:  

• Student Board 
• Academic Board 
• University disciplinary panels  
• Meetings with senior university staff such as Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor  
• Union Leadership meetings  
• Meetings with Students’ Union Staff Teams   
• Solent SU Board meetings and relevant sub committees  
• Relevant meetings with external organisations. For example, University and College Union (UCU),

Southampton City Council and the Police.  
• University Board of Governors  
• University recruitment panels for senior roles  

As a Trustee you will:  

• Work with, monitor and support the delivery of the Solent SU Strategic Plan  
• Work in accordance and spirit of the Code of Conduct for Sabbatical Officers.  
• Be a Trustee of the Solent SU, responsible for the strategic development of the organisation and its financial, legal and reputational health.  
• Attend all Board of Trustee meetings and to consider information and advice presented at these meetings when working on strategic development. 
• Attend training events where appropriate  
• Attend Sub-Committees as required.  

Other key information:  

• Based on Solent University Main Campus  
• Role Duration, 16th June 2025 – 15th June 2026  

 
General:
 
• To understand and uphold the Vision, Mission and Values of the organisation and ensure that these guide and inform the work and conduct of the post holder. Solent SU has a democratic decision-making process and the post holder must always respect this when carrying out their duties.  
• To always keep Solent SU’s strategic plan in mind, aligning all work efforts with the plan.  
• To be knowledgeable of the Solent SU’s Memorandum and Articles of Association and Bye-Laws, as they apply to this post, including any legal requirements.  
• To work in accordance with all Solent SU’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Staffing Protocols, Financial Procedures and the Solent SU’s Equal Opportunities Policy.  
• To undertake duties from time to time as requested by the Union Senior Management that may be reasonably considered within the scope of the post.  
• To attend from time to time, as required, meetings as necessary to meet the requirements of the post.

• To attend all Staff Development Days and training as required. Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate this.  
• To contribute to the positive image of the Union with students, the University, stakeholders and the local community.  
• To be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment, the role holder may be assigned to other areas of the Students’ Union to meet the needs of the service. This will provide development opportunities to broaden experience. 
• To be a sabbatical officer, you must be eligible to be a trustee and declare this by the end of the nomination process. 

The Vice President Education is also Trustee and Director of the Students’ Union.

They are a full time member of staff within the Students’ Union as a student representative and are paid £22,145. In order to fulfil the role they take either a year out of their studies or spend an extra year at Solent University after graduation.

The term of office for Sabbatical Officers is a 12-month period, from June. exact date TBC.

Please visit https://www.solentsu.co.uk/elections/electionroles/ for the full role description.

The Vice President Wellbeing is also Trustee and Director of the Students’ Union.

They are a full time member of staff within the Students’ Union as a student representative and are paid £22,145. In order to fulfil the role they take either a year out of their studies or spend an extra year at Solent University after graduation.

The term of office for Sabbatical Officers is a 12-month period, from June. exact date TBC.

Please visit https://www.solentsu.co.uk/elections/electionroles/ for the full role description.

ABMO Students Officer Role Description  

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The ABMO Students Officer acts as the primary student representative of Asian, Black, Mixed and Other students at Solent within the university, Students’ Union and wider community. They ensure that ABMO students' voices are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision-making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of ABMO students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training to the role as ABMO Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

Disability Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The Disability Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as having a disability. They ensure that the voices of all Disabled students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of Disabled students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training for the role of Disability Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

International Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The International Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all International students at Solent University. They ensure that the voices of all International students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of International students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training for the role of International Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

LGBT+ Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The LGBT+ Student Officer acts as the primary representative of all students at Solent University who identify as LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, etc.) within the university, Students’ Union and wider community. They ensure that the voices of LGBT+ students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of LGBT+ students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training to the role of LGBT+ Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk

Postgraduate Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The Postgraduate Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all Postgraduate students at Solent University. They ensure that the voices of all Postgraduate students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of Postgraduate students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training for the role of Postgraduate Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

Trans Volunteer Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The Trans Students Officer acts as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as Trans. They ensure that the voices of all Trans students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of Trans students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training to the role as Trans Volunteer Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

Warsash Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.  

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The Warsash Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all Warsash Students. The Warsash Volunteer Officer will ensure that the voices of all Warsash students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you are encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we have run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we have held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of Warsash students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training to the role as Warsash Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk 

Womens’ Students Officer Role Description 

Volunteer Officer positions are unpaid roles within Solent Students' Union. Volunteer Officers work to proactively represent the rights of the students in their specific student groups. They ensure that the Students’ Union considers these students’ views and needs and undertakes projects and campaigns to support their student groups.   

The role’s time commitment varies according to how much students wish to commit. As an estimate, it could be anywhere from one to five hours a week. Volunteer officers hold unpaid elected positions and continue with their studies during their time in office.  

Both those who are elected as Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers are representatives for your student voice and act on your behalf in the Union, University and wider community fighting for you on an institutional, local, and national level. 

About the Role 

The Women’s Students Officer will act as the primary representative for all students at Solent University who identify as a Women. They ensure that the voices of all Women students are heard on the issues they face and that they are considered in decision making at Solent University. 

What you can be involved in  

The Union holds regular events and conducts regular campaigns which you’re encouraged to be involved in. You can also hold your own events and run your own campaigns with support from us. 

Past campaigns that we’ve run:  

• Reclaim the Night  

• Men’s Mental Health  

• Period Poverty  

Events that we’ve held:  

• Drag Bingo  

• Multicultural Week  

• Spring Fete 

Campaigning for change is at the heart of this role, so we are here to train and support you through the process. 

What we expect from you 

Campaigning 

You will be expected to represent the voice of Women students across Solent University. You will be involved in campaigns to support and promote the voice of your peers. This can be done with fellow Volunteer Officers, Sabbatical Officers and with support from Student Union Staff. 

Student Council 

All Volunteer Officers are expected to attend monthly Student Council Meetings. An official student council meeting is where decisions are made, ones that require a formal vote and record, for example; budget approvals, verifying officer election results, changes to the constitution or other policies. You will be expected to share updates on your work, question the reports submitted by Sabbatical Officers, question motions submitted and vote. The overall purpose is to ensure that Solent Students’ Union follows our students’ beliefs and values. 

Annual General Meeting 

The Annual General Meeting is open to all Solent students to attend. This is where Sabbatical Officers are held accountable for their work over the academic year. All students can also: 

• Share any concerns  

• Question any submitted reports 

• Question any submitted motions 

• Vote on reports and motions 

• Share views on Union activities 

• Question Trustees 

What you can expect from us 

Solent Students’ Union will provide regular support and advice throughout your time as a Volunteer Officer. We will: 

• Provide Induction Training for the role of Womens’ Students Officer 

• Provide support and advice with Campaigning 

• Connect you with key people to make an impact 

• Attend all Student Council Meetings and provide guidance 

• Provide weekly drop-ins with the Student Voice Coordinator so that there is dedicated time for support with your work. 

• Provide monthly Volunteer Officer Catch Ups so that you can connect with other Volunteer Officers and Sabbatical Officers. 

If you have any questions or queries, please contact student.voice@centralbeds.ac.uk