CU Staff Workers - Apply Now

We are looking for motivated change-makers who have a heart to see students come to faith in Christ and a passion to help students live and speak for Jesus.

The strengths each Christian Union Staff Worker (CUSW) brings to the role can vary, but at the heart of the work are skills to help students think and live biblically, and the ability to disciple, motivate and influence students to share the gospel.

Christian Union Staff workers have unique opportunities for advancing the gospel in Britain, working alongside CUs to make them as effective as they can be in their mission to the university. Day-to-day, CUSWs train and mentor leaders in evangelism; work alongside CU members in reaching their friends; and help students to understand the Bible so as to live as disciples of Christ in what can be a challenging environment.

To equip CUSWs for this strategic ministry, staff follow a training curriculum in theology, biblical studies, mission, apologetics, church history and ministry skills. They are also supported and cared for by a Team Leader, and equipped through their regional team, meeting regularly with them for study, prayer and fellowship.

The details of the role

• £27K per year salary
• 1950 hours per year, which averages as 37.5 hours per week. Annualised hours allow for flexibility depending on busy and quieter periods during the year. This approach is supported by a work and rest policy which promotes balance
• 30 days of annual leave, plus the eight bank holidays.
• We welcome part-time applicants (minimum of 0.8 FTE) and we're happy to discuss flexible working with you during the process. If you're interested in a role with less than 0.8 FTE, please contact us before applying - we’d like to explore what might be possible with you
• You can expect flexibility to be built into this role, allowing you to direct your time based on the needs around you. Alongside this, we may require flexibility from you to deliver on key priorities such as student meetings, regional events and conferences therefore evenings, nights away and occasional weekend work is required
• 5% employer matched pension contributions
• Access to free and discounted books with IVP
• Generous enhanced family leave and pay provision
• Free access to counselling and healthcare support including discounted gym memberships
• Start date for this role is 17 August 2026

Salary and benefits are pro-rated for part-time staff. All other terms and conditions will be explained at interview.

Locations

This round we are recruiting for CUSW posts in the following locations

• Birmingham and Worcester - residing in Birmingham
• Cambridge, Bedford and Hertfordshire - residing in Cambridge
• Cardiff and Treforest - residing in Cardiff
• Durham, Teesside and Sunderland - residing in Durham county
• Glasgow
• Manchester and Salford

We are also recruiting for a London CU Staff Worker to begin in January 2026

Download our CUSW job pack to find out more

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please:

• Read our CUSW job pack (found at the top right of this page)
• Fill in our Application Form
• Complete our Equal Opportunities Form
• Submit your CV to peopleteam@uccf.org.uk

The Round 1 deadline is 23:59 on Wednesday 29 October 2025

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 10 November 2025, in our Oxford office