Job Description

At Prospect Hospice, we believe stories change lives - and how we tell them matters. As our new Content Manager, you'll lead our digital content strategy--connecting with our community, inspiring supporters, and highlighting the human impact of our palliative care services. This is more than a communications role. It's your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.


We're proud to be an independent charity rooted in our local community, providing personalised palliative and end-of-life care and support when people need it most. And we bring the same care to our team as we do to our patients.

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What will you be doing?

As Content Manager, you'll lead the creation and delivery of engaging, audience-focused content across channels, including digital (social media, email and our website). You'll:

Craft compelling stories and campaigns that connect with hearts and minds Develop, manage and deliver creative content plans in line with our brand and tone of voice Collaborate with colleagues and community members to co-create content Use insight and analytics to test, learn and continually improve Champion best practice and support others across the organisation to tell our story well

You'll play a key role as part of a small but dynamic charity communications and marketing team; reporting to the Senior Brand and Marketing Manager, and working alongside colleagues, supporters and external agencies.

"It's a place where you know your work truly matters. Everyone's passionate, kind and happy to roll up their sleeves." Tina, Marketing & Communications Officer

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About you

We're looking for a creative, collaborative and strategic content lead with:

Experience in content marketing and social media strategy for digital channels Excellent writing, editing and visual storytelling skills Confidence using analytics and SEO to drive engagement Audience-focused mindset and an eye for detail A positive, proactive and inclusive approach to working with others

Experience with video/audio editing or training others in content best practice would be a bonus - but more than anything, we're looking for someone who shares our values and believes in the power of content to drive change.


Please see the job description for full details and person specification.


Content Manager


Aspire Values

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What else do you need to know?

Hours:

28 to 37.5 per week, with hybrid working options available

Location

: Based at our Swindon site, minimum 3 days in office (Wroughton, Swindon)

Salary:

35,025 - 38,650 (FTE)

Great benefits:

27 days holiday, generous contributory pension scheme, discounts, employee assistance programme, family-friendly policies and practice, free parking on-site

Closing date:

17th July 2025

Interview dates:

23rd July 2025 (initial telephone screening) and 31st July 2025 (in person - if shortlisted for an interview)
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To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you'd like to work with us in a creative, mission-driven content role.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for an enhanced disclosure with barred list check to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.


We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.


You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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We will review applications as they come in and therefore, we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.

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Join us

Reference:

PH215
Salary:

35,025 - 38,650 (FTE) per year
Closing Date:

17/07/2025