British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)

Closing date: 21 November 2025 Location: Docklands, London Region: London Employment type: Full Time Salary: £35,453 to £38,827 Description The University of East London (UEL) is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential. Born in 1898 to serve the skills needs of the 2nd industrial revolution, the University of East London has commenced Year 7 of its transformational 10-year Vision 2028 strategic plan to advance Industry 4.0 careers-1st education. We have a clear route-map to provide a springboard for the jobs and opportunities of the future; drive diversity in the 4.0 talent pipeline - working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found; and to create an inclusive and sustainable, green future. We have identified sport as a key vehicle and transformational tool to make positive changes to the lives of individuals and communities. The University of East London is a TASS Dual Career Accredited site that prides itself on the flexible support that it offers to the student athletes at the university. Taking an athlete centred approach in everything that we do makes sure the wellbeing and success of the individual is put first. This enables us to create professionals in and out of a sporting context. The performance programme supports International and National level athletes to achieve success whist at UEL. The Athlete Recruitment Officer will be responsible for leading on the recruitment of student athletes into the High Performance Sport Programme. This means they will take a proactive role in identifying, engaging and attracting talented athletes to UEL, acting as the main point of contact for prospective athletes throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. The role will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including high performance coaches and the marketing team, to ensure that recruitment activity aligns with programme needs and that new athletes are supported in their transition into both academic and sporting life at UEL. University of East London are building an environment of success where colleagues are supported to achieve, and our community can flourish and thrive. We are an accredited Investors in People Award Institution and have achieved the Investors in People Health and Wellbeing Award. With Athena Swan Awards and being one of a small number of Universities to have achieved the Race Equality Charter Award, we continue our journey to address and reduce barriers to opportunity. JOB PURPOSE This role will play an integral part in supporting the growth and success of UEL's High Performance Sport Programme by developing and delivering a recruitment strategy that attracts elite level athletes to study and compete at UEL. The role focuses specifically on implementing processes and building relationships that identify, engage, and secure talented athletes both from the UK and overseas. To create, plan and implement recruitment strategies for high performance sports at UEL, with a specific focus on basketball (including wheelchair basketball), football and volleyball alongside the High Performance Sport Manager. To support the identification of key NGB's and sporting organisations to attract international & professional level athletes in Olympic sports. To work alongside high performance coaches and the marketing team to raise awareness of the UEL scholarship programme. To support recruitment visits hosted at UEL aimed at key recruitment targets once identified in the recruitment process. To build and maintain effective relationships with schools, colleges, clubs, professional bodies and international partners to enhance recruitment pathways. To design and deliver pre-arrival processes that assess the physical and mental readiness of prospective athletes to ensure quality and suitability for the programme. To provide tailored support in attracting and onboarding athletes to UEL, ensuring a smooth transition and integration into university life. To contribute to the continued development of the athlete centred high performance sport programme by aligning recruitment activity with long-term programme goals. To support promotional activity and events that enhance UEL's reputation as a destination for elite student athletes. To provide day to day administrative and operational support relating to athlete recruitment within the high performance programme. Take a flexible approach to work, where attendance during early mornings, evenings, weekends and work at both University campus and external locations may be required. To undertake additional duties appropriate with the grade of the position as may be required by the High Performance Sport Manager.

Rugby Union SAG Women's Student Representative Rugby Union SAG Women's Student Representative British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Details Closing date: 17 December 2025 Location: Remote Region: United Kingdom Employment type: Volunteer Salary: Voluntary Position Description Main Purpose(s) BUCS is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is currently studying at a BUCS Member Institution to act as Women's Student Representative for the Rugby Union Sport Advisory Group (SAG). The Student Representative will present the voice and opinions of student athletes, and act as an ambassador for the BUCS Rugby Union programme. Main duties and responsibilities Act as an ambassador for BUCS and the sport programme Establish relationships between BUCS and student athletes within member institutions. Build and maintain a communication network with other students playing Rugby Union Advise the BUCS Sport Advisory Group (SAG) on all matters relating to the student perspective of BUCS Rugby Union. Offer insight and feedback on the current BUCS Rugby Union structure and provide member led feedback for the future or BUCS Rugby Union. Help develop a strategic annual delivery plan encompassing student feedback as one element of the plan. Attend all relevant SAG meetings and provide any updates on actions from previous meetings. Comply with the BUCS Volunteer Code of Conduct. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential knowledge or experience Current student at a BUCS member institution competing within specified leagues. Current women's member of a rugby union at a BUCS member institution. Good sport specific knowledge. Working within voluntary committees. Understanding of developments within the wider sporting landscape. Understanding of HE sporting landscape. Essential skills and abilities Ability to think and act creatively. Desirable knowledge or experience Ability to motivate a team. How to apply Please send your application to in the form of a word document outlining the reasons why you are suitable for the role, along with a CV.