Mathematical Sciences Student Ambassador
Closing Date: 22/03/2026

The Student Ambassador Programme is a strategic initiative designed to enhance student recruitment, outreach, and engagement across the School of Mathematical Sciences. By sharing authentic experiences of university life, ambassadors help prospective students and their supporters make informed choices and feel part of the Lancaster community before they even arrive on campus. 

As a Student Ambassador, you will represent your department at a range of events and activities, acting as a positive role model for Lancaster University. You will support recruitment, outreach, and marketing initiatives, while gaining valuable personal and professional development experience

Student Ambassadors serve across multiple activity areas, depending on availability and timetables. Duties include:

• Represent the Faculty at Open Days (summer and October, typically Saturdays).
• Support Offer Holder Events (January–April, typically Saturdays) by assisting with registration, demonstrations, set-up and clear-down, and providing excellent customer service.
• Provide departmental tours, support talks, and share authentic insights into student life and studying within the Faculty.

• Support outreach activities with schools and colleges, including on-campus competitions, masterclasses, and laboratory-based workshops.
• Engage with visiting school groups and teachers, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience.
• Where opportunities arise, attend external school and college visits to deliver talks and engage with prospective students

• Assist in the smooth running of Faculty and Departmental events, as directed.
• Undertake other ambassador-related duties as requested hiring manager.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for university life and for their subject area.
• Show good knowledge of Lancaster University, including departmental facilities, the campus, and the student experience.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of audiences.
• Remain calm under pressure and work to defined schedules.
• Adopt a flexible approach to work and adapt quickly to changing tasks.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Provide a friendly and professional experience to prospective students, parents, and teachers.

• Offer Holder Events: February–April (Saturdays)
• Open Days: Summer and October (Saturdays)
• Outreach: Ad-hoc throughout the year.

• Develop transferable skills in communication, leadership, and event support.
• Gain valuable experience in public engagement, teaching support, and marketing.
• Enhance your CV and employability with evidence of responsibility and teamwork.
• Contribute to widening participation and helping the next generation of Lancaster students.