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About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)
At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.
Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.
We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.
Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.
About the Role
Working closely with the Creative Studio Lead and Graphic Designer, you will deliver high-quality design for print and digital channels in line with CTEC and EPNE marketing strategies, supporting the ongoing development of the CTEC brand. The role involves supporting internal teams with engaging print and digital design, editing photography (and ideally video), managing shared digital assets, and assisting with the maintenance of digital systems that promote courses, events and opportunities. You will work collaboratively with curriculum, marketing and external stakeholders, including the Department for Education, while supporting events, managing design-related administration and contributing positively to a solution-focused team.
Role Responsibilities
•Produce engaging on- and offline designs in line with CTEC and EPNE marketing strategies, maintaining and developing brand standards, while using initiative and creativity to solve complex challenges and deliver effective outcomes.
•Edit photographs and video for use across digital and traditional platforms, supporting the wider Marketing & Communications department to plan, source and capture image, video and other creative content.
•Build and maintain positive relationships with external agencies, printing partners, and stakeholders to coordinate, deliver, and share CTEC and EPNE marketing assets effectively.
•Support the Creative Team and wider Marketing and Communications Team when needed at key points of the year and during busy periods.
Qualifications
•Undergraduate Degree in a related discipline or relevant design experience.
Essential Skills & Experience
•Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) with strong skills in image manipulation, retouching, and print/digital design.
•Extensive knowledge of pre-press and post-press production processes.
•Strong understanding of branding, ensuring consistent visual identity across all marketing materials.
•Experience working with MacOS.
•Strong conceptual and creative thinking, with the ability to generate ideas, present concepts, and communicate effectively with teams and stakeholders.
•Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and written and verbal communication skills.
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
•Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
•Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
•LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%)
•Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
•We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
•Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
•Free parking on most campuses.
•Free Gym access available at Bede Campus
Safeguarding Statement
Education Partnership North East is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.