Copywriter

Scouts Shops Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity organization is looking for an experienced Copywriter to join their Brand and Content team in Gilwell Park. This full-time role involves creating engaging written content for various media, including social media and reports, to communicate the Scouts' story. The ideal candidate will have excellent copywriting skills, creative conceptual abilities, and strong communication skills. The position offers flexible working hours and generous holiday entitlement, making it an exciting opportunity to support a charitable cause.

Benefits

28 days holiday increasing to 32 days after 2 years

Flexible working hours

Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary

Qualifications

• Impeccable spelling and grammar must be demonstrated.
• Ability to develop ideas and produce content for various contexts.
• Must effectively communicate verbally and conduct interviews.
• Proven experience in delivering projects on tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Write original copy and edit content for various media.
• Use language to communicate the Scouts' personality and aims.
• Collaborate with colleagues on content research and testing.
• Source potential content contributors including volunteers.

Skills

Excellent copywriting skills

Creative and conceptual skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Job description

Title: Copywriter

Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford (hybrid – a minimum of one day a week in the office)

Salary: Hybrid -£33,476 per annum, Band E, Level 3 (inclusive of Outer London Weighting)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Role

We’re looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, Copywriter to join the Scouts Brand and Content team at Gilwell Park. In this role, you’ll create innovative written content that supports the Scouts strategy: growing Scouts to benefit more young people from all backgrounds, especially in the communities that most need support. From thumb‑stopping social media posts to long‑form copy for news stories and reports, your way with words and creativity will tell the Scouts story in a bold and engaging way. You’ll be creating copy for a broad range of content so it’s essential you have a high level of digital literacy and visual awareness.

You’ll play an important role in project teams, collaborating on work that’s on‑brand. These projects help Scouts support more young people to gain skills for life and help us achieve our growth, inclusion and other targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Write original copy and edit content for a wide range of materials across all media types
• Use words and ideas to communicate the Scouts personality and its goals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to research, test and iterate content
• Source and contact potential content contributors, including adult volunteers and Scout groups.

Qualifications

• Excellent copywriting skills, impeccable spelling and grammar
• Creative and conceptual skills with the ability to develop ideas and produce content for digital and physical contexts
• Strong verbal communication and interviewing skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on tight deadlines

Benefits

• We are an award‑winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
• 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
• Flexible working hours
• Work in a way that suits you your role and your department
• Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary

For a full list of our benefits click here.

Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm Tuesday 13th January 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 2nd February 2026

Strictly no agencies.

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.