Marketing, Communications and Engagement Officer

Job description

We are recruiting a Marketing, Communications and Engagement Officerat Caerphilly County Borough Council.Working hours: 37
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/03/2027, Full Time
Location: Parc-Y-Felin Integration Children's Centre, Caerphilly
Team: Early Years Service

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organisation.

We pay an attractive salary of £32,578 - £35,570 and offer access to training and development opportunities.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and families? Do you enjoy building relationships and turning ideas into action?

The Caerphilly Early Years and Childcare Team is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Marketing, Communications and Engagement Officer to help raise awareness of our services and ensure families can access the support they need.

At Caerphilly, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. Our team supports expectant parents and families with children aged 0-7, helping them access high-quality support, advice and opportunities. In this varied and rewarding role, you'll lead marketing, communications and engagement activities across a range of channels. You'll work closely with colleagues, partners and families to promote services, develop compelling content and case studies, and share the real impact of our work.

This is not a desk-based role. You'll be out in communities, attending events, visiting partner organisations and early years settings, and building relationships with families and stakeholders to help connect people with the support available. We're particularly keen to hear from candidates who are proactive, enthusiastic and confident communicators, with the ability to build strong relationships and turn ideas into meaningful outcomes.

The team operates from multiple locations, offering opportunities for office and home working, alongside regular community engagement across the county borough. Join us and help families access the support they need while making a lasting difference in your local community.

For the role, we ask that you have:

• A relevant Level 6 (Degree) qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework. For example Degree in Communications or Marketing.
• High level knowledge of IT systems and computer literate.
• Experience within marketing / communications.
• A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend events, launches, meetings etc.

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Louise Saddler on 07810867269 or email [email protected] .

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact [email protected] for further information.

Caerphilly County Borough Council does not receive applications submitted via the StudySmarter website. All applications must be submitted through our official Council website.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.