Job Description

As a Residency Living Co-ordinator at Sodexo in Northumbria University, you are also a problem solver, multi-tasker and safety promoter. The Residency Living Co-ordinator position focuses on supporting the delivery of a comprehensive Residency Living Program, enhancing the quality of life and experiences of the residents in Northumbria University Accommodation. They need to be a \'go to\' person who is visible; who will correspond regularly with students, employees and external stakeholders to keep them informed of Student Living and university developments relating to student accommodation and the Residency Living programme. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you\'ll do:

• To create a fun living experience for our residents, providing the best platform from which our students can excel at their studies. To support in creating an environment that gives a homely experience where students will choose to remain until they graduate - increased retention being the main goal.
• Coordinate welcome packs and events for student intake, that will enthrall new arrivals and be at a level above those of our competitors
• Support and work on Open Days, including being on site and coordinate welcome events for prospective students.
• Support in providing and maintaining a uniformed approach to communications to the students living in Sodexo managed buildings - Creating a comprehensive standard template library
• Provide and manage a communications plan throughout the year that enables Sodexo to continuously be able to communicate with students with regards to events, issues etc.

What you bring:

• Experience in similar role or strong transitional skills
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect
• Good attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it\'s a chance to be part of something greater. You\'ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you\'ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you\'ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Package Description

• 5 days out of 7 (occasional weekends)
• 40 hours a week
• \xc2\xa311.34 per hour
• Uniform included
• Sodexo\'s holiday year is from 1 April to 31 March
• Remote health and wellness support, Such as eyecare and 24hr GP
• Cycle to work scheme available post probation (3 months)
• Company pension scheme with Legal and General
• Employee assistance program with counselling and life advice support
• Family leave options - Maternal, Paternal and Bereavement
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Earn vouchers through fitness and wellbeing (YuLife)
• Refer a friend and receive up to \xc2\xa3500 (Talent Spotters)
• Online Recognition Scheme and 100\'s of discounted online/High Street retailers (Reward Hub)

About the Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

• We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Working Parents, Sodexo Disability, So together, generations and origins. We have also launched Be Heard which is an employee network designed to bring black colleagues together (virtually) to bring about positive change.
• We\'re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We\'re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.
• We\'re a \'ban the box\' employer, which means we don\'t ask people to disclose their convictions unless the role needs a security check.
• We recognise the potential of people with convictions in the job market. Helping those with a criminal history securing employment is not only critically important for the individuals themselves but can also be hugely beneficial for wider society. Offering second chances can be an effective investment in local communities and a great solution for local skills and labour market needs.

Click to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

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