About the role
NTSU is looking for a creative, organised and digitally-minded person to join the Marketing, Communications & Digital team. This role is all about helping us connect with students in a relevant, engaging and impactful way.
You'll plan and deliver marketing campaigns, create content across multiple channels, and play a key role in growing our digital presence - particularly on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. You'll also line manage a team of student social media staff, working with them to produce high-quality, student-led content that reflects what's happening across NTSU.
- Job purpose: plan and deliver marketing campaigns; create and oversee content across channels; grow digital audiences; line manage student social media assistants.
- Working pattern: 37.5 hours/week, worked flexibly; occasional evening/weekend work; work across NTU campuses as needed.
- Reports to: Marketing, Communications & Digital Manager.
What you'll be doing
You'll plan and deliver campaigns, create engaging content across channels, manage a team of student social media assistants, and use insight to keep improving what we do.
- Planning and delivering marketing campaigns that promote NTSU activity, services and opportunities.
- Creating and overseeing content across social media, email, web and print.
- Growing and engaging digital audiences - particularly on Instagram, TikTok and emerging platforms.
- Managing and supporting a team of student social media assistants, including allocating work and giving feedback.
- Keeping content organised through content calendars, campaign plans and scheduling.
- Working with teams across NTSU to turn ideas into clear, engaging communications.
- Monitoring performance and using insight to improve what we do.
- Supporting major campaigns, events and key moments in the student calendar - including Freshers.
Channels & areas you'll work across
- Instagram, TikTok and emerging social platforms
- Email marketing campaigns
- Web and print content
- Content calendars and campaign planning
- Performance analytics and audience insight
- Major moments in the student calendar (incl. Freshers)
What we're looking for
You don't need to tick every box on day one — but you do need a genuine interest in content, students, and how people engage with marketing. We're looking for someone creative, organised, collaborative, and confident.
- Someone who enjoys creating content and has experience using social media in a professional or organised setting.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with others and building positive relationships.
- A genuine interest in digital trends, student audiences, and how people engage with content.
- An understanding of what makes content relevant, timely and engaging.
Why apply?
You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team working to make a real difference to students' lives - with the chance to develop hands-on experience across campaigns, digital and content in a fast-moving, creative environment.
- 33 days paid holiday (20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + 5 closure days).
- Time off in lieu (TOIL) for additional hours worked.
- 4–6% employer pension contribution.
- Flexible working options.
- Salary progression based on performance within the band.
- Travel pass and wage loans.
- Enhanced sick pay.
- Free annual flu jabs and free eye tests (plus a contribution towards glasses for computer work).
- Training and development opportunities.
- Enhanced parental leave (incl. 3 weeks paid paternity, enhanced maternity and shared parental leave).
How to apply
Please submit your application via the NTSU vacancies page. Applications close: 26 May 2026. Interviews expected: 16 June 2026.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, NTSU welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) groups, disabled candidates and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We're committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
Questions about the role?
Visit Careers at NTSU for the recruitment pack and application details.
