What my role as a Kingston student ambassador entails

Hi everyone,
I have now been working as a student ambassador at Kingston for just over two years! So, I thought I would share with you what I get up to and what it is like for those interested in becoming a student ambassador when they start university.
Firstly, the application process …
At Kingston applications open around October time. I completed the application and then got asked to go to an interview and group task stage. Once onboard there are lots of great training sessions that really help you prepare for the roles.
Then it is just up to you to apply to the all the different jobs and events.
The types of jobs I have done whilst being an ambassador are …
- Of course TSR!! I log on here every week to respond to all of your questions and write these posts.
- Open days. These are one of my favourite events to work at as I get to speak to lots of potential students, also a great way to make friends and catch up with current students/colleagues. Plus, there is usually free ice cream, brownies and other treats to enjoy on shift! Here I have worked doing campus tours, welcome desk and check in.
- Higer Education Fairs. For these events I travel to different sixth forms and colleges in the London area to speak to the students and answer their questions about Kingston and university. I found this especially great in first year as it was a good way to explore London.
- Welcome week / Freshers. There are lots of ways you get involved when new students join both in September and January. I have helped students move into accommodation, been on welcome desks, given campus tours and worked welcome events.
- Graduations. Another favourite as it is such a nice day to see everyone graduating and help them celebrate their day by giving directions, taking photos and making sure the events run smoothly.
- Assessment centres. Level 5 students get great experience of what a job assessment centre might be like with mock interviews, group tasks and presentations. As a student ambassador I helped at these events by firstly helping students get to the event by guiding them on the bus and to the location. Then throughout the day giving directions and answering any questions they may have.
There is really a huge range of jobs and roles you can do as a student ambassador; this just covers a few. I feel I have gained so much experience and built great skills, I am excited to see what opportunities are next and hope this helps those looking to find the same opportunities.
Any questions feel free to ask, or let me know what you get up to as a student ambassador
-Grace (Kingston Rep)

Such a great post! 🙌
Charlotte, Student Ambassador 🙂