Graduate Communications and Events Officer (Fixed Term - 18 Months)

Application Deadline: 22 April 2025

Department: School of Education

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park

Compensation: £26,338 - £28,381 / year

Description

Please note that Bath Spa Graduate Scheme roles are only open to former Bath Spa students who graduated in 2024 or who will be graduating in 2025. This information will be checked in every application. Please do not apply if you do not meet this condition, as your application will be rejected. Bath Spa has many other roles available that are open to all; see here for the BSU job board.

If you are a graduate of Bath Spa who does not meet the criteria for these roles and would like support with your career, please email gradsupportunit@bathspa.ac.uk.

Please read the provided attachment "Bath Spa Graduate Scheme 2025 Information Sheet" for further information about the scheme.

Please note that as of April 2024, there has been a change in the UK's sponsorship threshold. Regrettably, as the salary for this role falls beneath this, you will not be eligible for sponsorship; therefore, your application will automatically be rejected.

About the Role

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable professional experience within the higher education sector while making a significant contribution to the success of the School of Education at Bath Spa University.

The successful graduate will play a key role in enhancing the student experience by working with subject leaders, student voice leads, placement leads, and student community leaders to coordinate a range of employability and student experience-related activities. This will involve collaborating with academics to raise the School's profile on social media, integrating generated content into teaching and learning, and organising a variety of student, alumni, and applicant events and workshops.

Furthermore, the role will foster alumni engagement by working with university services to coordinate activities, contributing to alumni events, maintaining relationships with graduates, gathering success stories, and encouraging participation in graduate surveys.

The graduate will also support student recruitment by working with recruitment leads to coordinate events, contribute to presentations, and build relationships with schools and colleges.

(This is an 18 Month Full Time Fixed Term Role)

About You

We are looking for a recent graduate from the School of Education who possesses a strong foundation in communication and social media. Essential skills include demonstrated practical experience managing social media accounts, excellent written communication skills evidenced by a portfolio of engaging writing samples, and proficiency in digital content creation and social media analytics, including the ability to interpret data.

A collaborative working style is crucial, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively and build positive relationships with diverse teams. While not essential, project management skills, including the ability to plan, organise, and execute projects, are desirable, as is the capacity to manage multiple projects. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud video editing software and experience in video production would be a valuable asset. The ability to work independently, taking ideas from concept to completion and showcasing initiative and self-motivation, and ethical use of AI are also desirable.

Additional Information

Start your graduate journey at Bath Spa University! The Bath Spa University Graduate Scheme has been tailor-made for BSU Graduates and has been designed to help you smoothly transition into the workplace.

We're offering meaningful work and developmental training in a supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking environment that champions respect, collaboration and sustainability.

As a member of the Bath Spa Graduate Scheme, you'll experience:

• An inclusive and supportive working environment: Join a workplace that celebrates diversity, encourages teamwork and embraces your unique talents. We value respect, inclusivity, collaboration, and sustainability and creating a space for everyone to thrive.
• Ignite your professional growth: Our structured training programme will support your career development. From developing role-specific skills to mastering essential career foundations like time management, equality, diversity and inclusion, change management, and personal effectiveness – we've got you covered.
• Create meaningful connections: As part of the scheme, you'll be matched with a mentor who will support your personal development and help you expand your network. Plus, you'll have the chance to build a network with fellow Graduate Scheme participants, forming connections that can last a lifetime.
• Make an impact: Contribute meaningfully to Bath Spa University right from the start of your role. Collaborate with senior leaders across the institution and contribute your fresh perspectives to projects that really matter.

For further information please contact n.rumyantseva@bathspa.ac.uk

Interview date: 20th May