Digital Communications Officer

Teignbridge; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based local government council is seeking a Digital Communications Officer to enhance their website and assist content designers. The successful candidate will have a background in web design and content management, along with excellent communication and teamwork skills. This role offers a salary between £35,412 and £38,220 per annum for 22 hours per week, with benefits such as a generous pension scheme, flexible working options, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid and flexible working

Free car parking

Modern low carbon office space

Generous annual leave

Discounted leisure centre membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Career development opportunities

Employee discount access

Qualifications

• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Experience in web design and content management systems.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing development of the website.
• Provide advice and guidance to content designers.
• Cooperate with developers and project managers.

Skills

Excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Basic technical experience (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Understanding of web design principles (UX/UI)

Strong customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English Grade C (4) or above

Job description

Overview

We do things well and keep developing. Love all things web based and producing engaging content.

Job details

Permanent
£35,412 - £38,220 per annum, pro‑rata
22 hours per week

About the role

We are looking for a new Digital Communications Officer to support the on‑going development of our website and provide advice and guidance to other content designers. You will have experience in web design and working with content management systems. You will enjoy working together as part of a team to deliver on our vision of making Teignbridge a healthy and desirable place where people want to live, work and visit.

Equal opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, and socio‑economic status. We also welcome applications from military veterans and their families.

Benefits

• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid and flexible working – Part office based, and part home based.
• Free car parking (we also have close access to a mainline train station).
• A recently refurbished modern low carbon office space.
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package.
• Heavily discounted membership at Teignbridge District Council Leisure Centres.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Opportunities for career and self-development.
• 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.

Person specification

• Possess excellent literacy and numeracy skills, equivalent to achieving GCSE English Grade C (4) or above, or demonstrating a strong command of written and spoken English.
• Have basic relevant technical experience (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, design software) and a strong understanding of web design principles (UX/UI, accessibility, responsive design).
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and maintain a level‑headed and positive approach to your work.
• Exhibit strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate clearly and accurately regarding technical and creative concepts with clients, internal team members, and partner agencies.
• Have previous experience of actively cooperating with developers, project managers, and content specialists to achieve unified and successful project outcomes as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.

Application

It is vital to read the job description and person specification for this role – it will help you understand whether your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. In your supporting statement please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification.
Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026 @ midnight
Interview Date: TBC
No agencies please.