About Hull University Union

Hull University Union are a students union that promote the interests and welfare of students at the University of Hull during their course of study. They provide students with social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate.

The union has a primary purpose 'To enhance the lives of every person studying at the University of Hull. By bringing you together, offering you opportunities to develop, representing & empowering you to make change'.

In total, Hull University Union have a set of seven core principles to which all employees' that work alongside them are asked to follow, in order to reach their purpose. Their core principles are: Student Led, Equality, Innovative, Learning, Team Spirit, Be Outstanding, and finally, Openness.

Hull University Union are part of the 'Mindful Employer Charter'. This provides each member of staff with a 24/7 365 days a year telephone helpline service. The helpline provides support to staff on any issue that life may throw at them. In addition, the service also provides support to managers to help them deal with problems/challenges such as conflict, work-related stress, or even team/behavioural issues.

What is it like to work for Hull University Union

Leadership

78% of staff agreed:

This organisation is run on strong values / principles

The Senior Management Team listen to what staff have to say on changes to be made and actively encourage them to find and implement solutions if they can.

78% of staff agreed:

This organisation is run on strong values / principles

Wellbeing

77% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

Hull University Union provide health checks when they have health & wellbeing events, mental health training, flexibility of working hours and various staff benefits to help support the wellbeing of staff.

77% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

Fair Deal

60% of staff agreed:

I am paid fairly for the work that I do relative to others within this organisation

The Union have a number of ways in which they reward employees for their efforts from free tickets to live acts/events in their venues to subsidised staff food offers and staff discounts and an annual staff day.

60% of staff agreed:

I am paid fairly for the work that I do relative to others within this organisation

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Women

At least 40% of senior managers are women
Holidays

Companies offering a minimum of 28 days annual leave to all employees after one year
Gym

Companies offering either free gym/ sports facilities or subsidised gym membership for all employees
Family Friendly

School hours contracts offered to all staff