SEO and Content Executive

TES FE News; Ware; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in East Hertfordshire seeks an SEO and Content Executive to enhance its digital presence. The ideal candidate will have proven SEO skills, a passion for content creation, and the ability to drive engagement through effective storytelling. Responsibilities include optimizing website content and collaborating with the marketing team. A supportive work environment with professional development opportunities is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Free parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SEO and content strategy.
• Strong understanding of keyword research, on-page SEO, and content performance metrics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimise website content to improve search rankings.
• Conduct keyword research and implement SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing to create engaging copy.

Skills

SEO Strategy

Content Creation

Keyword Research

Writing

Editing

Job description

Job Overview

SEO and Content Executive

(Required for As soon as possible)

Hours: Full-time

Some flexibility may be considered for the right candidate.

Salary Range: £28,000–£31,000

Join Our Team at St Edmund’s College – SEO & Content Executive

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for SEO and digital content? Do you thrive on crafting compelling copy that ranks and converts? St Edmund’s College is looking for a talented SEO and Content Executive to join our Marketing and Admissions team.

What You will Do

• Optimise and elevate our website content to improve search rankings and drive enrolment.
• Conduct keyword research and implement SEO best practices across all digital content.
• Collaborate with marketing and admissions to create engaging, audience-focused copy.
• Analyse content performance and provide actionable insights through monthly reports.
• Stay ahead of digital trends and help us stand out in the independent education sector.
• Support email campaigns, newsletters, and other marketing materials with compelling copy.
  
  

What We are Looking For

• Proven experience in SEO and content strategy.
• Strong understanding of keyword research, on-page SEO, and content performance metrics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• A proactive mindset and a passion for education and digital marketing.
  
  

Safeguarding Commitment

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, this role requires an enhanced DBS check. You will be working in a school environment and must uphold the highest standards of child protection.

Why Join St Edmund’s?

• Be part of a historic and forward-thinking educational institution.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and creative freedom.
  
  

Ready to Apply?

If you are excited to make an impact through powerful content, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the digital voice of St Edmund’s College.

• Excellent catering facilities including school lunches during term time when the kitchens are open.
• Use of the College sports facilities when not in use by students, including the gym.
• Discretionary discount on College Fees, subject to completion of the admissions process.
• After school club and breakfast club charged at cost.
• Free parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to free counselling and health advice helplines.
• Death in Service policy membership and salary exchange scheme.
• Discretionary closure of the College between Christmas and New Year (in addition to annual leave).
• 25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus public holidays.
• Flexibility regarding start and finish times, for example 8:30 to 16:30;9:00 to 17:00.
• Lieu time is accrual when working beyond contractual hours.
• Pension: Employee contribution 4% College contribution 8.5%.
  
  

Situated in rural East Hertfordshire, St Edmund’s is England's oldest Catholic school offering an all-round co-education for students from 2 to 18 and for families from all faiths.

Whilst not in a teaching role, as SEO and Content Executive you will be working on a regular basis in a school in a role which gives opportunity for contact with children. As such, you will be in regulated activity and an enhanced DBS check (which includes children’s barred list information) will be required in advance of appointment.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility. As with all College staff members, you will therefore be responsible for providing a safe environment in which children can learn.

If you would like to apply please submit your application by the closing date:

Closing date for applications when all forms must be received by HR is: Midday, 27th August 2025

Interviews to take place: As soon as possible after the closing date.

Suitable candidates may be interviewed when applications are received and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo relevant Safeguarding Checks.

We will seek references on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.