Location: London 

Salary: £39,255 to £44,551 per annum (including London allowance) 

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 London Campus is located across two floors in East London Docs, the campus is perfectly situated for access to the area’s rich and diverse amenities and part of a vibrant, co-inhabited educational environment

The Team

Library & Learning Services supports learning and teaching across the University through the development and maintenance of the University’s library collections, and through engagement with students to develop their academic and digital skills. The service also supports the University’s research activity through provision of the University’s research output and research data repositories. Library and Learning Services also provides accessibility services, as well as expertise in accessibility and inclusive learning, to students and staff. 

Situated in the Export Building at East India Dock, YSJ London Campus sits in one of the capital's most vibrant and diverse boroughs, close to Canary Wharf and at the heart of a dynamic hub of creative, technology, and start-up enterprise. This unique cultural setting fosters a genuinely collaborative environment, rich with original thinking and cross-disciplinary exchange.

Home to over 3800 students, London campus delivers postgraduate and undergraduate top-up degrees across Business, Health, and Computer and Data Science. This role provides support across all programmes and levels of study, with a particular focus on delivering the embedded Academic Skills Programme, contributing to Induction and Transition activity, and providing individualised student skills support. Development of the library space is also a key priority. With a student population that is predominantly international, commuting, and mature, the role operates within a distinctive and richly varied campus community.

The role

37 hours per week, 1 FTE. Working pattern is Monday to Friday. Pattern to be agreed between the successful candidate and Academic Services Manager. Based on York Campus.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Academic Liaison Librarian to support our growing and thriving London Campus. This role is based at London Campus and will work jointly as part of the Academic Services Team in York and the London Learning and Wellness Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and enjoys helping students develop the confidence, research skills, and critical thinking they need to succeed at university and in their future careers. While a knowledge of librarianship is essential as London Campus' local expert, this role is equally about teaching, partnership working, creativity, and making a positive difference to student outcomes, to staff teaching and research outcomes, and to campus life.

Working closely with academic colleagues, you will design and deliver engaging teaching that develops students' information literacy and academic skills, embedding this support within the curriculum. You will support Business and Computer & Data Science programmes, many of which attract international students studying professionally focused courses. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with diverse learners and helping students navigate new academic and professional expectations.

Previous experience of these subject areas is not required. We provide comprehensive support and resources, so the ability to learn, adapt, and develop expertise is more important than existing disciplinary knowledge.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will develop library collections to support teaching, learning, and research, working proactively with colleagues to identify needs and improve the student experience.

We are looking for someone who is curious, adaptable, and motivated by helping others learn. Most importantly, you will be committed to creating inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.

You will also have opportunities to contribute to wider University initiatives around inclusive education, wellness and coaching, accessibility, skills capability, and sustainable futures, alongside supported continuing professional development and professional engagement.

Required skills and experience

We are particularly interested in candidates who:

• Are passionate about supporting student learning and success.
• Enjoy teaching and working with diverse student groups.
• Build positive relationships with academic colleagues and professional services staff.
• Approach challenges with creativity, initiative, and a problem-solving mindset.
• Are confident learning new subjects, technologies, and ways of working.
• Want to contribute to an inclusive and student-centred educational environment.

The application and interview process 

The application process asks a series of targeted questions to gather evidence of your experience of key criteria from the person specification. Your application will be read by a panel of humans, and not AI. You can use AI to support the grammar and clarity of your answers, but you must give answers that prioritise personalised evidence from your experience. Interviews for those shortlisted will be held online. You will have a micro-teach on a specifies theme, and an interview. You will receive the micro-teach brief, as well as a selection of the interview questions in advance to support your preparation. 2 interview questions are scenario-based, so you will receive the scenario theme only. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Thomas Peach, Academic Services Manager, at t.peach@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.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process.  Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk.  Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point  in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form.  Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role.  We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including - 

- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period

- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)

- Pension scheme

- Health Cash Plan after six months service

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software

- Relocation expenses package for certain roles

- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees. 

Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees

Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students. 

Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.

Closing Date: 11 Sep 2026

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

Salary: £39,255 to £44,551 per annum (including London Allowance)

Location: York 

Salary: £26,093 per annum (£5,641 pro rata)

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 sense of belonging.

The Team

The Communities Centre at York St John University provides accessible, high-quality mental health, wellbeing, and educational services to members of our communities. In addition, the Centre facilitates a range of knowledge exchange activities through a variety of student placement & volunteering opportunities, continuous professional development (CPD) and strategic partnerships. Our research focuses on addressing key societal challenges with the aim of driving meaningful, positive, and sustainable change within diverse communities. Based on the Communities Centre reception, the post holder will be a key member of the admin/reception team.

The Role

You will deliver and maintain professional administrative processes and excellent customer service that effectively assist Centre clients, staff and placement students. This role will create a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors within the Centre and you will maintain the highest standards of customer service to contribute towards a positive experience for those using our services. 

As part of this role you will be responsible for welcoming visitors to the Centre, taking payments and responding to enquiries professionally and courteously, in-person, over the telephone and by email. You will be expected to complete reception related administration bookings such as allocating room booking requests and provide administrative support to Centre staff such as the Co-ordinators and Centre Management team. 

Please note this is a flexible role and the shift pattern may vary on a week-by-week basis and will be dependent on the needs of the Centre. Evening work will be required. This role is fixed-term for one year and is part time working 8 hours per week. 

Required skills and experience

This role requires excellent customer service skills, the ability to be non-judgemental and share the values and ethos of the Centre. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Anne Tripp or Sally Purdy via ysjcc@yorksj.ac.uk

Please visit our website and Social Media profiles to learn more about our contribution:

www.yorksj.ac.uk/working-with-the-community/communities-centre/

uk.linkedin.com/company/ysjcc

www.facebook.com/ysjcommunitiescentre

www.instagram.com/ysj_communities_centre/

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an 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: 07 Sep 2026

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

Salary: £26,093 per annum pro rata

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