SOCIAL MEDIA ASSISTANT

This role is only available to current UCA students.

 

Job title 

Social Media Assistant

Contract

Part-time (6 hours per week, term-time only)

Grade 

£14.12 an hour (comprising a basic hourly rate of £12.60 plus an additional £1.52 for holiday pay)

Location 

1 x Canterbury / 1 x Epsom / 1 x Farnham

Reports to

 Marketing & Communications Manager

Dates

Application closing date: Friday 14 November, 5PM.

Apply now

 

Job Description

We’re looking for creative and enthusiastic students to join our Marketing & Communications team as Social Media Assistants (1 per campus). You’ll play a key role in shaping how the Students’ Union connects with students, producing engaging digital content that reflects student life. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in social media marketing while building a professional portfolio.

 

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Capture high-quality video and photo content at UCASU events, Clubs & Society sessions, and around campus.

  • Create engaging and compelling copy for student communications.

  • Edit and adapt content for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

  • Create engaging social media posts (reels, stories, TikToks, etc.) that resonate with current UCA students.

  • Support the Marketing & Communications Manager with UCASU marketing campaigns by producing tailored digital content.

  • Keep up to date with content and social media trends to bring fresh ideas to the team.

  • Ensure all content reflects the UCASU brand guidelines and values.

 

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Desirable

GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths

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Current UCA Student

 E

 

 

 

Experience

Essential

Desirable

Experience creating social media content (reels, TikToks, stories, etc.)

  

D

Experience editing photos or videos

  

D

Experience running social media accounts (personal, society, or organisational)

 

 D

 

 

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Desirable

Understanding of social media platforms and trends relevant to students

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Creative thinker with the ability to generate engaging content ideas

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Strong attention to detail

E

  

Confident communicator, both written and verbal

 E

 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 E

 

Organised and able to manage time effectively 

E

  

Awareness of accessibility and inclusivity in digital content

   D

Familiarity with editing tols (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut)

   D

 

 

Personal Attributes

Essential

Desirable

Enthusiastic about photography, videography, and social media

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Proactive and reliable

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Willingness to learn new skils

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Flexible and adaptable

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Other Requirements

  • Right to work in the UK.

  • Ability to occasionally work across campuses (with notice) may be required.

  • This opportunity is only open to current UCA students.

 

What We Offer

  • Flexible hours that fit around your studies.

  • Valuable work experience in marketing, media, and design.

  • A chance to build your creative portfolio.

  • Training and ongoing support from UCASU staff.

  • The opportunity to shape how the UCASU engages with students.

 

Application Form

Applications close Friday 14 November, 5PM.