Communications Assistant (Part Time, Temporary)
Location: Kings Langley / Kettering / Bedfordshire (Hybrid – 1 day office, 1 day home)
Pay Rate: £144 day rate (£15,000 pro rata)
Duration: Minimum 5 weeks, with likely extension through April and May
Working Pattern: Part time – 2 days per week (Tuesday–Thursday flexibility)
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently recruiting for a Communications Assistant to support a busy brand and communications function on a temporary, part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior communications professional with strong writing and editing skills to gain valuable hands-on experience within an established organisation.
This role will focus on editing and adapting existing content, supporting communications projects, and coordinating multiple ongoing activities. You will play a key role in helping to promote the organisation’s culture, achievements and heritage through clear, engaging communications.
Key Responsibilities
Editing, proofreading and adapting existing copy for newsletters, internal and external communications, and marketing materials
Repurposing and refining content to ensure clarity, consistency and engagement
Supporting the delivery of communications, brand and heritage-related projects
Coordinating multiple ongoing projects and maintaining trackers to monitor progress and deadlines
Undertaking research to support communications and heritage initiatives
Supporting the coordination and delivery of events and engagement activities
Maintaining and updating information libraries and archive materials
Providing administrative and organisational support to ensure projects remain on schedule
Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers where required
Candidate Requirements
We welcome applications from graduates, but candidates must demonstrate:
Excellent written communication skills, including experience editing or producing copy
Strong attention to detail, particularly grammar, spelling and formatting
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and proactively from a brief
Strong administrative and coordination skills
A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to support a variety of tasks
Desirable Experience
Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing or similar
Previous communications, marketing, editorial or administrative experience
Experience editing, proofreading or repurposing content
Interest in brand, communications, storytelling, or heritage projects