Media Support Assistant

Staffordshire Local Enterprise Partnership; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic support assistant to aid a visually impaired team member in a dynamic press team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in communications while providing essential support. The ideal candidate will be flexible, eager to learn, and possess strong communication skills. You'll engage in diverse tasks, from proofreading press releases to managing diaries and assisting with interviews. If you're passionate about making a difference and interested in a career in communications, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Interest in communications or recent graduate seeking first role.
• Flexible and willing to learn photography and video skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist visually impaired team member with proofreading and admin tasks.
• Manage diary and assist with press interviews.

Skills

Photography

Video Editing

Proofreading

Diary Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

An enthusiastic support assistant is needed to support a visually impaired team member in our busy press team.

No two days are the same, so we need someone who is flexible. It is a support/admin role, ideally suited for someone interested in communications or seeking a career in that field. The candidate should be able to take photos and videos or be willing to learn.

The role is 32 hours per week, with specific working days to be agreed. Holidays should generally be taken at the same time as the team member where possible.

This is a fixed-term role for 12 months.

Main Responsibilities

You will assist a visually impaired team member with:

• Proofreading press releases and social media copy
• Helping with press interviews
• Diary management and administrative tasks such as filling in timesheets and booking holidays
• Video, photography, and editing skills

The Ideal Candidate

You should have an interest in communications or be a recent graduate seeking your first role in the public sector or communications.

You will be:

• Flexible, with the ability to take photos and videos or willing to learn
• Willing to work in Stafford with occasional travel around the county, so a car is required

Interviews will be held the week commencing 12 May.

Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to focus on relevant information. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.

About Staffordshire County Council

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

Our organisational values are shaped by colleague feedback and best practices, and they underpin our People Strategy. They foster a sense of community, ambition, and a forward-looking mindset.

We are committed to creating a supportive environment where employees can reach their full potential and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

We prioritize safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.

As part of our commitments, we offer a guaranteed interview for applicants meeting the minimum criteria, including support for care leavers, armed forces, and disability inclusion.

• Job Category: Communications/Marketing/PR