Graduate Practitioner

Are you a proud University of Wolverhampton Graduate passionate about making a difference for students — and ready to start a career shaping the future of higher education?We’re looking for four Graduate Practitioners to join our Student Success Directorate, working across the full student lifecycle — from access and belonging to attainment, employability, and alumni engagement.

**Fixed Term Contract Until 31st July 2026, 4 Vacancies**:
Are you a proud University of Wolverhampton Graduate passionate about making a difference for students — and ready to start a career shaping the future of higher education?

We’re looking for four Graduate Practitioners to join our Student Success Directorate, working across the full student lifecycle — from access and belonging to attainment, employability, and alumni engagement. These posts offer hands-on experience, professional development, and the chance to make a genuine impact on how students learn, connect, and succeed at Wolverhampton.

You’ll support projects linked to our Access and Participation Plan, Graduate Outcomes, and Student Experience Strategy, working collaboratively with staff and students across the university.

If you’re proactive, collaborative, and passionate about helping others achieve their potential, this is a brilliant opportunity to start your professional journey with us.

**Staff Benefits**

We believe employees should be recognised for their hard work and contribution to the University's growth and success and offer an attractive range of competitive benefits to all staff:
**Your Benefits**:

- **Competitive salaries**:

- **Standard Life Pension scheme** - with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
- **Long Service Recognition** - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
- **Free Will Writing Service** - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
- **IT & Mobile Discounts** - EE Perk (20% off for family &
- friends) & software discounts.

**Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing**
- **Wellbeing and Mental Health Support** - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
- **Gym memberships discounts**- at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
- Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
- **Flu Vouchers** - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
- **Paycare Health Benefit Plan** - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
- **Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms**- Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

**Valuing You**:

- **Generous Annual Leave** (see table below)
- **Flexible & Agile Working** - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
- **Free On-site Parking** - available across campuses
- **Cycle Benefits Scheme** - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
- **Employee Discounts** - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
- **Travel Discounts** - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

**Training and Development**
- **Staff Network and Inclusion** - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
- **Library Access** - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
- **Staff Scholarship Scheme** - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
- **Leadership and Management Development** - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

**The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff