Content Designer

Methods; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government consultancy is seeking an experienced Content Designer to create user-centred content for digital services. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio in government content design, uphold GDS standards, and collaborate across teams. This is a 6-month contract with competitive daily rates in Newcastle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working to GDS Service Standards.
• Strong portfolio of government or public-sector content design.
• Ability to work in agile environments and participate in ceremonies.

Responsibilities

• Create user-centred content across digital services following GDS guidelines.
• Work closely with user researchers and product teams.
• Contribute to content strategy and ensure accessibility standards are met.

Skills

Experience with GDS Service Standards

Government or public-sector content design

Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

Excellent communication and editing skills

Understanding of user needs and testing

Job description

Contract Opportunity: Content Designer (GDS / Government Experience)

Location: 2 days per month in Newcastle

Duration: 6 months

Day Rate: £420pd inside IR35

We’re looking for an experienced Content Designer with strong GDS and central government delivery experience to join a multidisciplinary team working on high-profile public services.

What you’ll do:

• Create user-centred content across digital services following GDS guidelines
• Work closely with user researchers, interaction designers and product teams
• Contribute to content strategy, user journeys and service design
• Ensure all content is clear, accessible and meets WCAG and GDS standards
• Champion plain English and evidence-based decision making

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience working to GDS Service Standards
• Strong portfolio of government or public-sector content design
• Ability to work in agile, take part in ceremonies and collaborate across teams
• Excellent communication, editing and structuring skills
• Understanding of user needs, testing and iteration

If you’re available soon and want to work on meaningful, user-focused services, we’d love to hear from you.