Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!


We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK's first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Digital Support Apprentice to provide support with the launch and maintenance of a new Adult Learning Lewisham website.

What's the role?

Planning and delivering digital content that considers best user journeys, you will work with colleagues from a wide range of services to review, optimise and improve areas on the website to improve the user journey and support the Council's aims and objectives. You will support the development and roll-out of our new digital content strategy, with a focus on our website and intranet.


This role is an 18 month temporary contract

What's in it for you?

The Digital Support Apprentice will liaise with the web developers and stakeholders from across the business to ensure the new website meets the needs of the service as well as keeping relevant content up to date.


The post holder will also support the marketing department in the creation of high-quality digital assets, across video, photography, and copy for use on the website and, social media.


Along the way, you will be working towards a Digital Support Technician Level 3 qualification.


Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:


Generous holiday allowance Local Government Pension scheme Flexible working and family friendly policies Season ticket and bicycle loans A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships Supportive staff networks

What we're looking for

Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail. Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress) or a willingness to learn. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Location

The post is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, and the Brockley Rise Adult Education Centre, but you may be required to work from any of our centres depending on service need.

Special conditions

The recruitment process is anonymous and we don't accept CV's.


Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

Further information

For an informal discussion, please contact Selina Eldridge at Selina.Eldridge@lewisham.gov.uk


For more information about our Apprenticeships at Lewisham contact Apprenticeships@lewisham.gov.uk

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Salary

25,276 per annum (LLW)

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply


The Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works , which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk and an advisor will be in touch with you.


The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.