Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum  (£31,924 to £39,057 pro rata)

Part time, permanent

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us. 

As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The Team

The Counselling and YSJ Communities Centre team sits within the School of Education, Language and Psychology. Our programmes and our philosophy as a subject area sit firmly in a humanistic and person-centred tradition. Our reputation is based on a successful history that spans almost 40 years of offering humanistic counsellor training that has a national acclaim for excellence. Our provision incorporates a BA in Counselling and Mental Health, and postgraduate courses including the PGDip/MA in Humanistic Counselling and Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression both of which are accredited by the BACP. We also run a Certificate in Counselling Skills and a range of short CPD courses. At the YSJ Communities Centre we offer a community facing counselling service, CPD activities, partnership projects, and research. We work collaboratively with a wide range of placement providers across the city of York and further afield. Our commitment to social justice is at the heart of all that we do. 

The Role

Our team is expanding, and we are seeking to recruit an inspiring and enthusiastic Lecturer to teach and lead modules on a range of modules on our BA Counselling and Mental Health programme. The involvement in teaching entails a variety of settings, including small group skills sessions/seminars and lectures; assessments; and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. 

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will hold a professional qualification and be a member of a relevant professional body, such as Social Work England, NMC, HCPC, BACP or UKCP. 

The successful candidate will have experience of delivering high-quality teaching to undergraduate students and should be fully committed to providing an excellent and inclusive student experience.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Hilary Conroy: h.conroy1@yorksj.ac.uk

The selection process will include a presentation at interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 28 Sep 2026

Programme/Section: Academic

Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum pro rata

Salary: £34,610 - £39,906

Full time, permanent. 

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

The Digital Experience Team are a multi skills team, make up of technical specialists and content designers and creators. The team have stewardship of a number of digital assets around the University, with the main focus being on our award winning University website.

The team create attractive, accessible assets to support a wide range of stakeholders and functions within the University, with a particular focus on supporting student recruitment, using well planned and delivered user journeys to support our enquirers and applicants.

The Role

We are looking for a confident and skilled people manager with excellent personal organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously. The successful candidate will have skills and knowledge around the management of large and complex websites and their links with marketing, with knowledge of using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They will have a good understanding of user journeys, web analytics and SEO and GEO.

Experience of working in Higher Education or similar complex organisation is desirable but not essential.

Required skills and experience

- Experience within team leadership and development

- Able to prove experience of managing large and complex websites

- Understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript

- Prior experience using web reporting tools

- Understanding of CMS and design for digital layout, composition and wireframes

Additional information 

For informal enquiries please contact Matthew Taylor at m.taylor1@yorksj.ac.uk

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Closing Date: 20 Sep 2026

Programme/Section: Professional Support (including Research vacancies)

Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum

Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum

Full time, permanent.

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

The Knowledge Exchange Office enables York St John University to connect its expertise with businesses, entrepreneurs, public sector organisations and communities. Through a broad portfolio including CPD, Executive Education, Apprenticeships, consultancy, contract research and enterprise support, we help create opportunities for innovation, business growth and social impact. The Enterprise Centre forms a key part of this ecosystem, providing a vibrant environment where start-ups, social enterprises and growing businesses can access support, build networks and connect with the University's expertise.

The Role

We're looking for a proactive and people-focused manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our Enterprise Centre at Kings Manor. You'll be the friendly face of the Centre, building relationships with tenants, supporting a thriving business community, coordinating events, and ensuring the space runs smoothly and professionally every day.

As the Centre grows, you'll help shape its future development by increasing engagement, attracting new tenants, strengthening partnerships, and creating opportunities for businesses to connect with the University's expertise, students and wider enterprise ecosystem.

Working within the Knowledge Exchange Office, you'll manage an Enterprise Centre Coordinator/Graduate Intern and collaborate with colleagues across the University, as well as businesses, entrepreneurs and community partners, to maximise the Centre's impact and success.

Required skills and experience

The ideal candidate will be a natural relationship-builder who enjoys working with people and making things happen. You'll bring experience of managing a busy customer-facing environment, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the confidence to solve problems and juggle competing priorities. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about supporting entrepreneurs, businesses and community organisations, helping to create a welcoming and vibrant enterprise community.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Amanda Selvaratnam at a.selvaratnam@yorksj.ac.uk

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 30 Sep 2026

Programme/Section: Professional Support (including Research vacancies)

Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum

Full time, permanent.

Location: York

Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum

Introduction to YSJ university

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

The Knowledge Exchange Office connects York St John University's expertise with businesses, public sector organisations and communities. Through knowledge exchange, partnerships, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Executive Education, the team supports the University's ambition to deliver meaningful impact and create opportunities for growth. 

The Role

We are seeking a confident, commercially aware CPD and Executive Education Manager to support the growth of Executive Education across York St John University. Reporting to the Head of Executive Education, you will manage a portfolio of opportunities from initial enquiry through to delivery, helping to develop high-quality CPD, short courses and bespoke programmes that meet employer and professional learning needs. 

Acting as a key link between strategy and delivery, you will work with academic Schools and Professional Services colleagues to assess opportunities, develop proposals, support pricing and costing activity, and coordinate programme development. You will also contribute market insight and intelligence to support portfolio growth and future opportunities. 

This is a varied role requiring excellent people skills, commercial awareness and the ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

You will have experience of managing projects, programmes, partnerships or business development activity, with the ability to progress complex work from concept through to delivery. Experience of developing services, programmes or solutions in response to customer, stakeholder or employer needs is essential. 

You will be an effective relationship builder with strong communication and influencing skills, able to engage confidently with senior leaders, academic colleagues and external partners.

You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, evaluating opportunities and balancing customer needs with operational, academic and financial considerations. Experience of contributing to budgets, developing pricing or costings, monitoring financial performance, or supporting income-generating activity is essential. 

Experience within higher education, professional learning, Executive Education or a related sector would be advantageous.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries please contact Sarah Jones, Head of Executive Education, at s.jones@yorksj.ac.uk.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and candidate assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to prepare a two-page marketing plan for a proposed Executive Education programme and present their plan to the interview panel. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 18 Sep 2026

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum