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Working for us

Creating a home for success, with people
who take pride in making a difference.

Life at Unite Group

At Unite Group, everything we do is about creating great resident experiences.

We create safe, welcoming homes that help students feel settled, supported and ready to succeed. Behind that experience is a community of people who care deeply about what they do – and about each other.

This is a place where you can do work you’re proud of. You’ll be trusted to get involved, bring your ideas and help make things better every day. We support our people, back them to do their best work and encourage everyone to play a meaningful role in shaping how we work.

We’re ambitious about the standards we set and the experience we deliver for our residents. And while we’re proud of our scale and experience, it’s the passion, professionalism and commitment of our teams that truly sets Unite Group apart.

2,000

colleagues

HQ

in central Bristol

Office

in central London

200+

properties around the UK

How we work together

We believe great results come from strong teams.

Our culture is built on trust, teamwork and a real sense of belonging. We listen to our people and shape how we work based on their feedback, including through our Culture Matters colleague forums.

We want everyone to feel welcome, confident and supported to be themselves. When people feel valued and heard, they work better together – and our residents feel the difference.

We aim high, and we support each other to get there.

Our Values

Our values guide how we show up every day.

They shape how we treat each other, how we make decisions and how we work together – especially when it matters most.

Challenge the ordinary
We raise the bar in all that we do. Embracing potential and trying new things to lead, innovate and go from good to great.
Unite as one
We go and grow as one. Working together and championing our differences to win as a team and create a sense of belonging.
Lead with heart
We channel our energy to create a positive impact. Doing what’s right and aligned with our ethics to leave a legacy and support the next generation.
Stay on point
We’re committed to moving fast with focus and intent, ensuring safety, alignment, and efficiency in everything we do.

What we offer

Support that helps you thrive at work and beyond.

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, recognised and able to balance work with life outside it.

Our benefits are practical, inclusive and designed to support your wellbeing, security and everyday life – so you can focus on doing great work.

Bonus scheme
After three months, you’ll be eligible for our company bonus scheme – recognising both individual contribution and shared success.
Pension
We support your long‑term financial wellbeing with generous pension contributions of between 4% and 11%, depending on what you choose to contribute.
Life assurance
Life assurance of four times your salary, providing extra peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Healthcare cash plan
Claim back the cost of everyday healthcare, with access to gym and wellbeing discounts.
Annual leave
25 days’ holiday, increasing with length of service – plus the option to buy up to five more days.
Enhanced family leave
After one year, you may be entitled to enhanced family leave, with support for IVF, adoption and surrogacy.
Share save
An opportunity to invest in Unite Group and buy shares at a discounted price.
Accommodation discount
20% off rent at our direct let properties – available for your children, nieces or nephews, or any children dependent on you.

Grow with us

Learning, development and progression - build a career you believe in.

We’re committed to developing our people and helping them grow with confidence over time.

Through the Unite Group Academy, you’ll have access to learning and development that builds skills, stretches capability and supports progression – whether that’s deepening your expertise, moving across teams or stepping into something new.

We’re ambitious about the future and we want our people to grow with us.

Our people

Q&A with Paul Watson, Group Operations Director

We chatted with Paul Watson, our Group Operations Director, about delivering a great welcome for residents, an exciting new tech solution for our operations and how we adapt to evolving student needs.
Image of Becca Hayhurst, Head of Resident Experience

In conversation with Becca Hayhurst, Head of Resident Experience

We caught up with Becca Hayhurst, our Head of Resident Experience, about her highlights and priorities for the year.
Tom Brewerton - Group Development Director

Q&A with Tom Brewerton, Group Development Director

This Q&A delves into Tom's 2024 highlights and what he’s looking forward to this year. Plus, the biggest challenge PBSA faces right now. 
Chief executive Joe Lister
02/12/2024

Joe Lister on care experienced and estranged students

Joe Lister, Unite Students’ Chief Executive, highlights why we commissioned a new report by the Social Market Foundation on urgent support for care experienced and estranged students.