Opportunities

Current Vacancies

Hospitality Service Assistant

We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly individuals to join our team at the First Light Café and Planet Café at Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement. This is a part time weekend position (14 hours per week).

Key duties include:

  • Café, barista and delivering catering services as required
  • Assisting with food preparation, stock control  and storage
  • Pot washing and table clearing
  • Maintaining the required standards of professional presentation, safety and hygiene at all times

For more information visit  The University of Manchester – Job Information | Apply for Hospitality Service Assistant  

Deadline: 27 March 2025

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Volunteering at Jodrell Bank

From gardening to crafting and everything in between, our volunteers play a vital role in helping us achieve our mission. Making new friends, learning new skills and knowing you’re contributing to a great cause are all fantastic benefits of joining our team.

Engaging with visitors

We’re currently seeking friendly and outgoing volunteers to assist our Engagement Team. Volunteers not only help us make a great first impression on our guests, but also have the chance to learn more about all we have to offer – such as our interactive exhibition, The Story of Jodrell Bank, and our Space Dome.

To enquire about volunteering, please contact becky.cowie@manchester.ac.uk

Work Experience

We are no longer taking new applications for work placements this academic year (24-25). We will be taking applications from May onwards for the new academic year (September 2025).

Please note, future applications will be through online form; keep an eye on the website for further updates.