Job Description

Shortlisting date; 21/11/2023

Join our Team!

We have an exciting opportunity here at Barking and Dagenham College for a highly-motivated Marketing & Communications Officer for maternity cover, commencing in January 2024, and up to February 2025.

The Marketing & Communications Officer will work closely with the Marketing & Communications Manager, in producing communications and marketing materials that will drive new leads, customer conversion and engagement across all digital and traditional marketing channels.

As part of this role, you will be responsible for copywriting, editing and proof-reading content for a wide variety of communications, as well as undertaking marketing projects relating to the entire student lifecycle.

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and will be able to prioritise and work well under pressure.

Essentially you will have a relevant first degree or equivalent practical experience that demonstrates relevant levels of knowledge and skills, GCSE (C grade or above) in English or equivalent, and also Microsoft Office or equivalent experience.

Experience working in a communications, PR, content or copywriting role is also essential, along with experience of developing and implementing content schedules.

You should have demonstrable experience of multi-channel marketing including web, email and social media, as well as being able to demonstrate excellent writing, editing and proof-reading skills.

For full details and criteria, please see attached job description.

If you are passionate about success and can do the above, then we want to hear from you!

You will need to submit a cover letter demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role.

PLEASE NOTE;

• All applications forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
• We have the right to interview candidates before the application deadline

Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to an enhanced level, costs are covered by the College. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

About Us

Join a truly great college, passionate about success, for our learners, staff, businesses, and communities.

Trusted by over 6,000 learners and apprentices yearly; we provide industry-aligned technical and vocational qualifications across our Barking and Rush Green campuses. We\'ve invested over \xc2\xa350m in our facilities over the past 9 years, providing outstanding learning and working environments including our East London Institute of Technology.

By choosing Barking & Dagenham College, you\'ll benefit from:

• a competitive salary including London Weighting
• generous holiday and pension packages
• being part of a team passionate about education and success
• links with industry and CPD opportunities
• free parking, travel to work and technology assistance schemes

Join the team. Be part of it.

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