Job summary
Compass is the provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in the city of Derby and Derbyshire, and is expanding the service into new areas from January 2024.
This role is 37 hours per week with a blend of home and in-office working at our Hubs in Derby or Clay Cross, Derbyshire.
We are looking for a committed marketing and communications professional able to use their written and digital skills to publicise and support our work with children, young people and families and to support the development and promotion of a range on online, digital and accessible engagement methods.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your talents in a service and organisation which has integrity, valuing others, solution focus and consistency as its ethos.
The role combines old fashioned verbal and written communications skills with cutting edge digital marketing know-how. It is to develop and distribute content, including news stories and marketing collateral, that promotes who we are and what we do.
It involves building on the existing marketing of our service profile to ensure all schools and families are aware of the support we provide. Also, expanding our digital presence and the accessibility of digital resources. We see this role as central to our mission.
Main duties of the job
Were seeking a highly motivated marketing and digital communications all-rounder, full of ideas, who wants to use their multimedia talents to improve other peoples lives. We need a proven performer to prepare, produce and promote our public health campaigns and initiatives.
Its a busy, varied, exciting and truly inspiring role which requires project management skills, high standards and team work. Youll see the work you do have a direct, positive impact on the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families in Derby and Derbyshire.
About us
You can also find out more about what it is like to join one of our MHSTs by visiting: https://www.compass-uk.org/joining-a-compass-mhst/
We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, gender reassignment, age or sexual orientation and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time
- Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
- 5% contributory pension scheme, increasing over time
- Family-friendly policies
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
- Annual performance / salary review
If you would like more information or to discuss the role further please e-mail ChangingLives@compass-uk.org quoting the job title.
Closing date: Monday 1st January 2023 Interview: Thursday 11th January 2023 Please note the advert may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Interviews will be arranged upon closure of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Compass is the provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in the city of Derby and Derbyshire, and is expanding the service into new areas from January 2024.
This role is 37 hours per week with a blend of home and in-office working at our Hubs in Derby or Clay Cross, Derbyshire.
We are looking for a committed marketing and communications professional able to use their written and digital skills to publicise and support our work with children, young people and families and to support the development and promotion of a range on online, digital and accessible engagement methods.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your talents in a service and organisation which has integrity, valuing others, solution focus and consistency as its ethos.
The role combines old fashioned verbal and written communications skills with cutting edge digital marketing know-how. It is to develop and distribute content, including news stories and marketing collateral, that promotes who we are and what we do.
It involves building on the existing marketing of our service profile to ensure all schools and families are aware of the support we provide. Also, expanding our digital presence and the accessibility of digital resources. We see this role as central to our mission.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Compass is the provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in the city of Derby and Derbyshire, and is expanding the service into new areas from January 2024.
This role is 37 hours per week with a blend of home and in-office working at our Hubs in Derby or Clay Cross, Derbyshire.
We are looking for a committed marketing and communications professional able to use their written and digital skills to publicise and support our work with children, young people and families and to support the development and promotion of a range on online, digital and accessible engagement methods.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your talents in a service and organisation which has integrity, valuing others, solution focus and consistency as its ethos.
The role combines old fashioned verbal and written communications skills with cutting edge digital marketing know-how. It is to develop and distribute content, including news stories and marketing collateral, that promotes who we are and what we do.
It involves building on the existing marketing of our service profile to ensure all schools and families are aware of the support we provide. Also, expanding our digital presence and the accessibility of digital resources. We see this role as central to our mission.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A marketing/communications degree or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant experience of successfully working in a marketing or communications role
- Excellent copywriting, proof-reading and editorial skills.
- Proven experience in supporting the delivery development and evaluation of high quality and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Demonstrable skills in graphic design, illustration, and photo and video production and editing using the Adobe Suite.
- Strong social media skills/experience; ability to monitor and build engagement using both paid and organic techniques.
- Ability to create and analyse engaging marketing emails using Mailchimp (or similar).
- Competent use of WordPress CMS to update and develop service webpages.
- Ability to use analytics tools to create meaningful reports, including Google Analytics.
- Collection and visualisation of service user feedback and other relevant data.
- Skilled use of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- Experience of organising successful events and campaign launches
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Digital marketing/communication methods, technologies and platforms.
- Best practice for Search Engine Optimisation.
- Relevant marketing theories and models.
- Able to work all year round and flexibly as part of a team to best meet business need
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
- Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A marketing/communications degree or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant experience of successfully working in a marketing or communications role
- Excellent copywriting, proof-reading and editorial skills.
- Proven experience in supporting the delivery development and evaluation of high quality and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Demonstrable skills in graphic design, illustration, and photo and video production and editing using the Adobe Suite.
- Strong social media skills/experience; ability to monitor and build engagement using both paid and organic techniques.
- Ability to create and analyse engaging marketing emails using Mailchimp (or similar).
- Competent use of WordPress CMS to update and develop service webpages.
- Ability to use analytics tools to create meaningful reports, including Google Analytics.
- Collection and visualisation of service user feedback and other relevant data.
- Skilled use of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- Experience of organising successful events and campaign launches
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Digital marketing/communication methods, technologies and platforms.
- Best practice for Search Engine Optimisation.
- Relevant marketing theories and models.
- Able to work all year round and flexibly as part of a team to best meet business need
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
- Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments where required.
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 Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.