Job Vacancy
Forum Facilitator
Listed by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union
Applying
Hours
6 hours/month, including attendance at Student Forum and Executive Committee meetings.Interview
Tue 29 Sep 2026Job Duration
9 months The role lasts one academic year, with the option to continue the following year.Details
Status: Voluntary student leadership role. Open to current Falmouth University and University of Exeter students only.
Time commitment: 6 hours/month (includes mandatory attendance at Executive Committee and Student Forum meetings), training
Provisional Forum dates 26/27 (plus Executive Committee):
• 21st October (7th October)
• 2nd December (18th November)
• 27th January (13th January)
• 10th March (24th February)
• 5th May (21st April)
All Forum and Executive Committee meetings take place in a hybrid format at the SU, Penryn and online.
Term: One academic year
Applications open: Year-round with selection in September
Perks:
• Professional development through leadership and facilitation training (7th October 2026)
• A certificate and reference from the SU upon fulfilling the requirements of the role
• Develop public speaking & teamwork skills
• Free meal on Forum, training, and social days
• Directly contributing to your SU’s policy and decision making, benefiting the student experience
What’s the Role?
Forum is your space to shape the student experience. It’s where students come together to discuss the issues that matter, vote for the Union Priorities, hear Officer updates and hold their representatives accountable. Forum is open to everyone – whether you care about buses, housing, mental health support, climate justice, or something totally new. It’s where your voice turns into action.
As Facilitators of Student Forum, you’ll lead the meeting, facilitating inclusive and engaging discussions and supporting student members to make meaningful change. This includes working with SU Sabbatical Officers to plan the agenda at Executive Committee meetings, promoting Forum through popups and social media content, and supporting with technology to ensure an effective hybrid meeting for online attendees.
This is a team role – you’ll work closely with your fellow Facilitators, the SU Sabbatical Officers, and students to create a Forum that our members want to be part of. One of you might be more facilitation-focused, while others take the lead on slides or tech – but you’ll all bring your strengths and support each other in the role.
What You’ll Do (Together)
• Plan the agenda with SU sabbs and students
• Facilitate Forum meetings – guide discussion, and keep it respectful, fun, and inclusive
• Invite proposers and relevant guests such as reps, subject experts or speakers with lived experience to contribute
• Support with meeting accessibility – hybrid meeting technology and ensuring the space is accessible and inclusive
• Write and circulate meeting minutes and support Sabbatical Officers with following up on passed proposals
• Support with promoting Forum, such as helping at popups and creating social media content, to get more students involved
• Be a visible presence – make yourselves known as the go-to people for Forum Shared Values We’re looking for students who: • Believe in the power of student voice
• Value accessibility, inclusion, and kindness
• Want to help others make change happen
• Are committed to supporting their team and balancing responsibilities
• Are happy to learn as they go – we’ll support you!
How to Apply
Applications Open: Selection for 2026/27 academic year closes 25th September. You can apply at any time, applications are open year-round (if the position is filled at the time you apply you will be considered for the next academic year)
Interview Date: 29th-30th September 2026 Facilitator training: 7th October 2026
Format:
• A short application form (video format answers available)
• If you’d like to be considered alongside another candidate you can name them on your application
Got Questions? Come and chat to us before you apply – we are happy to support you! Email: info@thesu.org.uk