Working for Us - University of Chichester Skip to content Working for Us Working for Us A dynamic, supportive and ambitious institution Search our vacancies Internal candidates Working for us A dynamic, supportive and ambitious institution Search our vacancies Internal candidates 6th in the UK for our teaching quality National Student Survey 2025 Gold rated university in the Teaching Excellence Framework TEF 2023 Top 30 UK university out of 123 institutions Guardian University Guide 2026 Working for the University of Chichester Our mission To provide outstanding education, advance knowledge and benefit the world. Our vision To achieve recognition for the excellence of our teaching, research and innovation. Our community Creating a supportive environment where our staff and students can thrive. Search our vacancies Staff benefits Enhancing your employment Why you should work at the University of Chichester Pension scheme All new staff are auto-enrolled onto a flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE). Generous holiday allowance All university staff receive 25 to 35 days holiday each year, as well as all Bank Holidays and Christmas closure dates. Professional development A comprehensive in-house Professional Development programme that covers a wide range of development opportunities. Discounted gym membership At our Chichester campus there is an on-site sports centre comprising fitness suite, climbing wall, sport hall and other fitness facilities. Mentoring scheme All staff are supported throughout their career by an experienced member of staff who will act as a mentor, offering support and advice. Cycle to work scheme Employees are able to purchase a bike at a reduced rate and opt to make payments from their salary over a number of months. See all benefits Staff development Supporting your career Our comprehensive professional development programme Leadership and management We have built tailored learning programmes to align with the needs of both current and emerging managers. We provide our managers with the knowledge and skills they need to best support team members to adapt to new challenges and reach their full potential. Learning and Teaching We are committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning and to continually look to update and improve all we offer by following the Professional Standards Framework (PSF). This helps to focus our professional development to enhance our students' learning at the University. Inclusion and support We celebrate diversity at the University and work in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Our inclusion and support development programmes look to educate all staff on creating an inclusive community where people can be proud of their unique identity. IT and digital skills The Skills Team is the University’s in-house team of digital trainers. They cover a range of specialities including: Technology Enhanced Learning, IT software, systems and services, developing digital literacies, digital accessibility, and blended learning. Academic research development Our development programme for researchers provides excellent opportunities for every academic at each stage of their career. Since 2015 the University has been a subscriber to Vitae, the national researcher development organisation who oversee the Researcher Development Framework. Environment and sustainability With a staff and student community comprising thousands of people, the University’s activities can have a significant impact on our local and global environment. We work to improve awareness of environmental issues within our community and implement a range of strategies to reduce our impact. Learn more about your career development Our location Our location Work in beautiful campus environments in Chichester and Bognor Regis Bishop Otter campus - Chichester Our Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in beautiful surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities. Back in 1839, the campus was founded by William Otter, Bishop of Chichester. 180 years later, the University still retains a strong sense of history as original parts still remain. Bishop Otter campus information Bognor Regis campus Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts the flagship £35m Tech Park, which is home to our Engineering and Design and Creative Industries Departments. In addition, we have beautiful Georgian architecture including three grand mansion houses amongst our other modern teaching facilities. Bognor Regis campus information Staff benefits Enhancing your employment Why you should work at the University of Chichester Pension scheme All new staff are auto-enrolled onto a flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE). Generous holiday allowance All university staff receive 25 to 35 days holiday each year, as well as all Bank Holidays and Christmas closure dates. Professional development A comprehensive in-house Professional Development programme that covers a wide range of development opportunities. Discounted gym membership At our Chichester campus there is an on-site sports centre comprising fitness suite, climbing wall, sport hall and other fitness facilities. Mentoring scheme All staff are supported throughout their career by an experienced member of staff who will act as a mentor, offering support and advice. Cycle to work scheme Employees are able to purchase a bike at a reduced rate and opt to make payments from their salary over a number of months. See all benefits Staff development Supporting your career Our comprehensive professional development programme Leadership and management We have built tailored learning programmes to align with the needs of both current and emerging managers. We provide our managers with the knowledge and skills they need to best support team members to adapt to new challenges and reach their full potential. Learning and Teaching We are committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning and to continually look to update and improve all we offer by following the Professional Standards Framework (PSF). This helps to focus our professional development to enhance our students' learning at the University. Inclusion and support We celebrate diversity at the University and work in an atmosphere of mutual respect. Our inclusion and support development programmes look to educate all staff on creating an inclusive community where people can be proud of their unique identity. IT and digital skills The Skills Team is the University’s in-house team of digital trainers. They cover a range of specialities including: Technology Enhanced Learning, IT software, systems and services, developing digital literacies, digital accessibility, and blended learning. Academic research development Our development programme for researchers provides excellent opportunities for every academic at each stage of their career. Since 2015 the University has been a subscriber to Vitae, the national researcher development organisation who oversee the Researcher Development Framework. Environment and sustainability With a staff and student community comprising thousands of people, the University’s activities can have a significant impact on our local and global environment. We work to improve awareness of environmental issues within our community and implement a range of strategies to reduce our impact. Learn more about your career development Our location Our location Work in beautiful campus environments in Chichester and Bognor Regis Bishop Otter campus - Chichester Our Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in beautiful surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities. Back in 1839, the campus was founded by William Otter, Bishop of Chichester. 180 years later, the University still retains a strong sense of history as original parts still remain. Bishop Otter campus information Bognor Regis campus Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts the flagship £35m Tech Park, which is home to our Engineering and Design and Creative Industries Departments. In addition, we have beautiful Georgian architecture including three grand mansion houses amongst our other modern teaching facilities. Bognor Regis campus information Search our vacancies Equality and diversity Who we are Guidance for candidates What our staff have to say "It's a beautiful campus in a great location, where the small number of students per class helps add to the community feel. I've got a flexible working pattern with multiple opportunities to develop my career and to undertake specialised training." "Such a great community of staff and students where everyone is welcomed and treated equitably." "There's a such a community feel here, with a good pension scheme, flexible working opportunities and feels fully inclusive." "Being a small university means there is always someone to talk with. Line managers are very supportive and really care about your problems." "It's easy to communicate across different departments because the community is so tightly-knit." Search our vacancies Please let us know if you have any questions or special requirements which we might need to consider in relation to any aspect of the selection process, e.g. application process or attending interview remotely. You can contact the Recruitment Team on hr@chi.ac.uk or call 01243 816114 Our address University of Chichester, College Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6PE View Map (+44) 01243 816000 help@chi.ac.uk For visits (+44) 01243 816000 Campus tours visitus@chi.ac.uk Open Days & Applicant Days studyhere@chi.ac.uk I’m looking for Courses Something else