Content Designer
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,378 to £33,951 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 159-25 |
Summary
Full time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Digital Experience team brings these values to life on the website, actively championing accessibility and the user experience while consistently applying the York St John University brand and tone of voice. Sitting in the Marketing department, the team consists of the Digital Experience Manager, Digital Experience Coordinator, Marketing and Content Coordinator, Systems Developer, and two Content Designers.
The Role
We are now seeking a Content Designer to join our energetic team in the fast paced and high performing Marketing department, based at our York campus. As one of our two Content Designers, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of high quality, accessible content across the website and associated digital channels. By working to oversee content style guidelines and managing how content is published to our digital channels, you will improve engagement with our users and contribute to the success of our overall marketing strategy. You will also meet, engage and help our audience of prospective students and their guardians at Open Days, Decision Days and other events held on occasional Saturdays.
Required Skills and Experience
As the successful candidate, you will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail, as well as an ability to organise your own workload and that of others, deal with competing priorities, and meet deadlines. You will also have knowledge of working to website accessibility standards, and experience of using and guiding others to use content style guidelines.
Additional Information
If you need further information or wish to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rebecca Smith, Conversion and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Manager, at r.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees
Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.
Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.
Closing Date - Thursday 09 October 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 28 October 2025
Location: York
Salary: £30,378 to £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Digital Experience team brings these values to life on the website, actively championing accessibility and the user experience while consistently applying the York St John University brand and tone of voice. Sitting in the Marketing department, the team consists of the Digital Experience Manager, Digital Experience Coordinator, Marketing and Content Coordinator, Systems Developer, and two Content Designers.
The Role
We are now seeking a Content Designer to join our energetic team in the fast paced and high performing Marketing department, based at our York campus. As one of our two Content Designers, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of high quality, accessible content across the website and associated digital channels. By working to oversee content style guidelines and managing how content is published to our digital channels, you will improve engagement with our users and contribute to the success of our overall marketing strategy. You will also meet, engage and help our audience of prospective students and their guardians at Open Days, Decision Days and other events held on occasional Saturdays.
Required Skills and Experience
As the successful candidate, you will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and attention to detail, as well as an ability to organise your own workload and that of others, deal with competing priorities, and meet deadlines. You will also have knowledge of working to website accessibility standards, and experience of using and guiding others to use content style guidelines.
Additional Information
If you need further information or wish to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rebecca Smith, Conversion and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Manager, at r.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees
Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.
Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.
Closing Date - Thursday 09 October 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 28 October 2025
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