Marketing, Outreach & Events Support Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing community event organization in Banbridge is seeking a Marketing, Outreach & Events Support Assistant to support in delivering educational outreach and community events. The role requires effective communication, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn about neurodiversity and inclusion. It offers up to 25 hours of work per week with potential flexible hours. Compensation ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour based on age. Apply if you are a Benefit Claimant under JobStart Scheme.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate professionally with schools and parents.
• Able to work independently after guidance.
• Previous experience in education, community or event settings.

Responsibilities

• Research and reach out to schools and community organisations.
• Draft newsletters, emails, website content and promotional materials.
• Help organise and run school roadshow events and parent workshops.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Good organisation and time-management skills

Experience with CRM systems

Basic graphic design skills (e.g. Canva)

Understanding of neurodiversity, inclusion or accessibility

Job description

Marketing, Outreach & Events Support Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: DIVERSE MINDS EVENTS LIMITEDThe purpose of this role is to support Diverse Minds Events in delivering inclusive educational outreach, school roadshows, parent programmes and community events. This role offers real work experience within a growing organisation, with dedicated mentoring and training to build on your existing skills in marketing, event planning, administration, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Research and reach out to schools, parent networks and community organisations.
• Maintain CRM, contact databases and communication logs.
• Draft newsletters, emails, website content and promotional materials.
• Coordinate event logistics: bookings, accessibility requirements, schedules.
• Help organise and run school roadshow events, parent workshops and partner events. An Enhanced AccessNI check will be carried out before the participant undertakes any school-based activities.
• Support online event setup (Zoom/Teams) and participant liaison.
• Prepare event materials (agendas, handouts, evaluation forms, equipment).
• Manage administrative tasks: diary, filing, budgets, feedback collection.
• Liaise with event partners to implement neuro-inclusive and sensory-aware practices.

Skills and Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, including strong written communication and verbal communication where relevant to duties.
• Ability to communicate professionally with schools, parents, and partner organisations.
• Good organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently on tasks after guidance.
• Able to demonstrate professionalism and willingness to learn about neurodiversity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Openness to reasonable adjustments to support individual communication preferences.
• Experience with CRM systems, newsletter tools or content management.
• Basic graphic design skills (e.g. Canva).
• Some understanding of neurodiversity, inclusion or accessibility.
• Previous work or voluntary experience in education, community or event settings.

Further Information

The Employer is: DIVERSE MINDS EVENTS LIMITEDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1747088 Job Sector Marketing Area Co Down Location Banbridge Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 21/11/2025 Closing date 30/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.