Marketing and Communication Assistant

Fixed-term Contract – 6 months 

Full time – 37 hour week

Salary –   £29,054 to £29,708 (Scale F)

Are you looking to jumpstart your marketing career and make an impact?

We’re offering a unique opportunity for a proactive, self-motivated individual to join our fast-paced marketing team. This 6-month contract is designed to help us complete several key projects and initiatives, including recruitment campaigns, rebranding efforts, and public consultations.

About Us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role

As a Marketing and Communications Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our team. You’ll help ensure our projects are delivered on time, assist in content creation, manage social media platforms, and support event coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with executing marketing campaigns and keeping content up to date
• Manage social media accounts and create engaging posts
• Update website content and monitor digital platforms
• Coordinate events related to campaigns and key projects
• Support data management and reporting using tools like Google Analytics and CRM systems

What we are looking for:

• 6 months to 1 year of experience in a marketing, communications, or admin support role
• Familiarity with social media management and basic content creation
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Enthusiasm for learning and a proactive approach to work
• Basic understanding of GDPR and data protection regulations

Desirable

Experience with at least one of the following:

• Customer Record Management databases, Mailchimp
• Social media management platforms like Hootsuite or Sendible, or
• Basic graphic design tools like Canva, Illustrator or photoshop
• Event coordination experience is a plus but not essential

Qualifications:

• GCSEs (A*-C/9-4) in English and Maths or equivalent
• A diploma, NVQ, or apprenticeship in marketing or communications would be ideal, but experience in a similar role will also be considered
• This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a wide range of marketing tasks.
• Apply now to help us drive key initiatives over the finish line!

How to Apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome. If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Everyone who works with us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

For further information about the role please review the job description. (Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password).

Applications should be made via the e-recruitment system here

Abatement and Protected Pension:

If are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.