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Media and Public Relations Officer at Scope
London, United Kingdom
Job Descrption
Job reference
REQ003666
Date posted
24/10/2024
Application closing date
10/11/2024
Location
London Office/Remote Worker
Salary
£35,444 a year
Package
27 days holiday per year (full time equivalent) plus bank holidays, Excellent training and career development, Flexible, remote and hybrid working options, Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years Discounts at gyms, restaurants and more
Contractual hours
35
Job category/type
Full time
Media and Public Relations Officer
Job description
One in four of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.
Together we will be unstoppable. For more information go to www.scope.org.uk
We are looking for a talented Media and Public Relations Officer... to join Scope’s dynamic press office.
Permanent, 35 hours a week
Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW with working from home most of the time.
We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Sunday 10 November 2024.
The role
Link to job description
In this role you will:
• Deliver media and public relations campaigns to support Scope’s mission to create an equal future with disabled people.
• Promote Scope’s work in the media campaigning to transform attitudes to disability, tackling injustice and inspiring action.
• Be an essential member of Scope’s Media team and an initial point of contact for journalist enquiries.
The successful candidate will need to pass a basic DBS check.
For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the link to job description above.
About you
We are looking for someone ambitious who:
• Has worked in a press office environment and helped to deliver successful social change campaigns
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate with stakeholders in a clear, meaningful and effective way
• Has the ability to be flexible, respond positively to change, work effectively under pressure and deal with conflicting priorities
• Has excellent organisation and planning skills
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of an equal future for disabled people.
Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email recruitment@scope.org.uk. You can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
• Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
• Company pension
• Excellent training and career development
• Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
• Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.
Link to full benefits package
How to apply
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