Job Description

Salary

Grade 6 33142 - 37280 per annum, pro rata

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Package

Fixed Term Maternity Cover for 9 Months

Job category/type

Administration

Date posted

11/09/2025

Job reference

REQ000121

This vacancy is internal, available only to those currently engaged via a contract of employment with the Council.

This post is also offered as a secondment opportunity to permanent employees of the Council. Before applying you should seek approval to be released from your current position.

Be the Voice of Social Care Careers in Blaenau Gwent

Summary

Are you a dynamic communicator with a passion for people and purpose? Blaenau Gwent Social Services is seeking a creative and driven individual to step into the spotlight as our Career Promotion Officer -- a full-time maternity cover opportunity where you'll lead exciting campaigns, build powerful partnerships, and help shape the future of social care recruitment.

About the role

As Career Promotion Officer, you'll be right at the centre of our efforts to champion careers in social care across Blaenau Gwent. Whether it's writing eye-catching job adverts, running creative digital campaigns, or organising inspiring career events, your work will help people discover the rewarding opportunities that exist in social care -- and feel confident about pursuing them.

You'll be working closely with the Workforce Development Service and Social Services management, making sure our career promotion efforts are aligned with local priorities and have real impact. You'll be the go-to person for all things promotion, leading on:

Designing and delivering recruitment campaigns that stand out Creating engaging digital content, including videos and social media posts Coordinating career fairs, school visits, and outreach events that make a real impact Building strong relationships with key partners like Social Care Wales, DWP, schools, colleges, and universities Developing fresh, useful resources like Padlets, guides, and toolkits Keeping an eye on campaign performance and sharing insights to help us improve


This is a fixed-term maternity cover role, giving you the chance to take the lead on exciting, high-impact projects. You'll be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team that's passionate about making a difference -- and you'll play a key role in helping people find meaningful, people-focused careers in social care.

About You

You're a creative, confident communicator who's passionate about helping people find fulfilling careers. You know how to turn ideas into action -- whether that's writing a standout job advert, planning a buzzing careers fair, or building a toolkit that makes someone's job search easier. You're digitally savvy, comfortable using social media and online platforms to reach different audiences, and you enjoy experimenting with new ways to get messages across.

You'll be great in this role if you:

Have experience in marketing, communications, recruitment, or a similar field Enjoy creating content -- from short videos to social posts and written guides Are organised and able to manage multiple projects at once Feel confident working with a range of people, from school staff to national partners Can spot opportunities to improve how we promote careers and aren't afraid to try something new Are comfortable using tools like Canva, Padlet, and basic video editing software Understand the importance of social care and want to help others see its value


Most importantly, you're someone who cares about making a difference. You'll bring energy, ideas, and a people-first approach to everything you do -- helping us show that a career in care isn't just a job, it's a chance to change lives.

About Us

At Blaenau Gwent Social Services, we believe in the power of people. Our teams are dedicated, compassionate, and committed to improving lives -- and we want you to help us grow.

We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits designed to help you thrive during your time with us:

Competitive Salary

We value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package.

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits.

Ongoing Learning & Development

Take advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career.

Generous Annual Leave

Benefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance.

Supportive Team Environment

Work within a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.

Ready to make a real impact?

If you're excited about helping others discover meaningful careers in social care and want to lead creative, people-focused projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something that truly makes a difference.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Cheri Jones | 07850 201925 | Cheri.Jones@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk or

Jane Haile| 07789 371581 | Jane.Haile@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive

pre-employment screening process will be undertaken.

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council's Pay Policy.

Closing Date:

Wednesday 24 September At 12:00 midnight

Interview Date:

7th or 9th October 2025