Job Description

Alabare are a charity supporting vulnerable, homeless and marginalised people. We help them transform their lives, providing accommodation and helping them gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to live a fulfilled life.

We value our staff and volunteers, and especially appreciate the diverse perspectives and backgrounds people bring. We invest in our people and have excellent opportunities for learning and training. We also have excellent opportunities for development and growth.

Alabare are looking to recruit a Brand and Content Creator. The postholder will be based in Salisbury but working with all services. Contracted to 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with the ability to work extended hours on occasions.

As our Brand & Content Creator, you'll be the visual voice of Alabare. You'll shape and evolve our brand identity, crafting eye-catching campaigns and heartfelt stories that connect with supporters, inspire donors, and celebrate the incredible work we do every day.

Car driver essential with access to a road worthy vehicle and business insurance.

Make a difference to someone's life everyday with a fulfilling role at Alabare.

Job Specifics:

Hourly rate 15.02 rising to 15.86 after completing a successful probation period. Full time annual salary of 29,289.00 rising to 30,927.00. 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday some evening and weekend when needed.

Benefits:

Double time on nominated bank holidays. Minimum of 24 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays. Paid travel time with mileage paid at 45p per mile. NEST Pension. Where applicable, Sleepovers are paid at a competitive rate of 70 per sleep. Excellent accredited training. Refer a friend scheme, 150 on joining and a further payment of 150 after 6 months service. Flexible working (where possible). Sickness allowance after 6 months service. Employee Assistance Programme - Mindful employer.

In return for this, we are looking for someone who has:

A Willingness to learn. You must be currently resident in the UK. You must have the right to work in the UK. Knowledge of design/print procedures for both internal and external production. Excellent analytic, interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills. Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, databases, website updating and monitoring software, social media and research tools. Experience of updating websites and website analytics. Experience in writing informative and persuasive copy. A commitment to and ability to role model Alabare's vision, mission and values. High level of emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Adaptable and open to feedback and change. Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks whilst working to agreed priorities and deadlines. Working knowledge of a CRM system is desirable but not essential. Experience of Adobe Creative Suite. Experience working in a charity, marketing or communications role would be an advantage Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent copywriting and editing skills. Ability to work unsupervised using own initiative whilst also being comfortable working with others in a team environment. Experience in working with internal contacts at all levels and maintaining relationships. Car driver essential with access to a road worthy vehicle and business insurance.
Alabare are committed to ensuring the well-being and safety of all our service users, this includes developing, implementing and maintaining effective recruitment policies and procedures to promote the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Before commencing employment, the HR Department undertakes pre-employment checks on all applicants who have been offered a job with the Charity. These checks include an Enhanced DBS, which will be renewed every 3 years, the right to live and work in the UK, as well as two satisfactory references.

All staff will be required to complete training on Safeguarding Adults and Young People within their first week of employment.

Remember, reporting bad practice is good practice.

Closing date for applications: Friday 30th May 2025

Date for Interviews TBC

Please note we do not offer sponsorship.

Please visit our website for more information on our benefits and to download an application form. www.alabare.co.uk/who-we-are/jobs

All applicants are required to complete an application form and submit a covering letter.

Disclaimer

Please note you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret that we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful. Thank you for your interest in Alabare.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,289.00-30,927.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you based in the UK?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025