Job summary
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 across Warwickshire.
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.
Connect for Health is a school nurse-led service that supports children and young people aged 5-19, or up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities, as well as their parents/carers. We deliver key elements of the Governments Healthy Child programme, working to identify and meet health and wellbeing needs and give individuals the best possible start in life. We are committed to support happy, healthy lifestyles for families.
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 our recent service rebrand 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
We are 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 Warwickshire.
About us
We value diversity at Compass and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.
Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.
Benefits We offer a range of benefits including:
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 across Warwickshire.
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.
Connect for Health is a school nurse-led service that supports children and young people aged 5-19, or up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities, as well as their parents/carers. We deliver key elements of the Governments Healthy Child programme, working to identify and meet health and wellbeing needs and give individuals the best possible start in life. We are committed to support happy, healthy lifestyles for families.
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 our recent service rebrand 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
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 across Warwickshire.
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.
Connect for Health is a school nurse-led service that supports children and young people aged 5-19, or up to 25 for those with special educational needs and disabilities, as well as their parents/carers. We deliver key elements of the Governments Healthy Child programme, working to identify and meet health and wellbeing needs and give individuals the best possible start in life. We are committed to support happy, healthy lifestyles for families.
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 our recent service rebrand 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.
