Job Description

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's People that make a Community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the Community to thrive. At PfP we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.



We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.



So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!



More about your role



As our new Artworker in this 6-month FTC role, you'll play a key part in bringing PfP Thrive's work to life through high-quality visual outputs. From producing artwork for new business tender documents to developing engaging training packs and course materials, you'll be involved in projects that directly support our mission to plug the UK's housing skills gap and help communities thrive.



You'll ensure all artwork is accurate, brand-aligned, and visually consistent across print, digital, and social media platforms. Working closely with the Studio Traffic Manager and PfP Thrive operations team, you'll balance multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines. You'll also manage creative assets within our central DAM system, refine artwork based on feedback, and carry out quality checks so every output meets technical requirements.



This is a hands-on role where your attention to detail and creative flair will make a real difference to the quality and impact of our communications.



Essential Experience & Skills


Proven experience as an Artworker or in a similar role, preferably in an in-house or agency setting. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Experience preparing artwork for print, digital, and social media formats. Knowledge of print production processes.*


The role is FTC until April 2026



The role will primarily be working from your home address however to be successful in this role you must be within a 60 minute commute to our office in Preston as there may be occasions you will be required to attend meetings.


Desirable:


Previous experience in the housing or education sector.*
Experience working closely with design, content, and marketing teams.*
Familiarity with project management tools, such as Monday.com.*





More about you



You must have proven experience as an Artworker or in a similar role, ideally within an in-house or agency environment. You should have strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality visual materials. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and experience preparing artwork for print, digital, and social media formats is essential. You'll need the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at once, with a strong understanding of print production and technical artwork requirements. Familiarity with project management tools like Monday.com is also key, along with effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with design, content, or marketing teams.



All applicants should include a link to their portfolio of work either in their CV or as a separate link.



Benefits



We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:




Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors Flexible working Up to 2% annual bonus for all employees An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development Access to our Company Pension scheme Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to 500 saving per year Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.
What's next?



If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk



As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application.



We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.



If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.



Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.



If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.





If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.


Safeguarding


At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.



We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.



By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities