Welcome to Widening Participation
Staff and students from across St Mary's are all involved in Widening Participation activities. The aim of Widening Participation (WP) is to eliminate inequalities in Higher Education for people from different backgrounds.
Please explore these pages to find out about WP activities at St Mary's. If you are not sure who is best to contact about an idea or query, Nikki Anghileri (Head of Inclusion, Acess & Participation) may be able to help: nikki.anghileri@stmarys.ac.uk.
Job vacancies in Widening Participation
From December 2025 to January 2026, Widening Participation are recruiting for three part time, fixed term job roles. Please see Job Descriptions and contact information below.
The application deadline for all three roles is Sunday 11th January 2026.
We are looking for an EDI Assistant. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual with some knowledge and experience of EDI issues, but who is keen to develop their skills in a practical context.
For further details see the Job Description and Person Specification
Deadline for applications: midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026
How to apply: Direct application to Nikki Anghileri, Head of Inclusion, Access & Participation. Send your CV and a covering letter via email: nikki.anghileri@stmarys.ac.uk
This role is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual with knowledge and experience of using qualitative and quantitative research methods to develop their skills in a practical context.
For further details see the Job Description and Person Specification
Deadline for applications: midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026
How to apply: Direct application to Nicola Smith Wilson, Widening Participation Research and Impact Evaluation Officer. Send your CV and a covering letter via email: nicola.smith-wilson@stmarys.ac.uk
The Widening Participation team is seeking a Data Intern for its Outreach projects. The role will support us in evaluating the long term impact of our work with underrepresented groups.
For further details see the Job Description and Person Specification
Deadline for applications: midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026
How to apply: Complete the online application form before the deadline.
If you have any queries please contact Nancy Bentley - nancy.bentley@stmarys.ac.uk
WP Innovation Initiatives Grants
Applications are invited for 2025/26 WP Innovation Initiatives Grants. Find out more.
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See these links for further details of Widening Participation at St Mary's: