This contract with our government client is for a Web/ Digital content Designer for 4 months based in Manchester, Bristol, London/ 3 days pw onsite. About the Role: You will be an experienced content designer to edit and publish GOV.UK content that connects the client with a range of audiences. Schools, colleges, childminders, nurseries and children’s homes all rely on the information we publish, to help them care for and educate children and learners. You will need:
* Experience in using content management systems
* A proven ability to write, edit and check digital content that is user-friendly and accessible.
* Experience in using metrics and user feedback to define and improve content.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Experience advising staff on website best practice.
* An ability to manage time and workload against challenging deadlines.
You will also need to be able to build good working relationships across the organisation. This role sits within a wider communications division, dedicated to producing clear, accessible and engaging information. The post-holder will report to the Senior Web Content Designer. Key responsibilities
* Publish material to GOV.UK and ensure that all content is published to a high standard.
* Triage and manage enquiries and requests (from the staff and external users)about GOV.UK content.
* Help to develop content plans for GOV.UK content and attend planning meetings.
* Develop and apply content and format strategies with support from the Senior Web Content Designer to make sure user journeys are as effective as possible.
* Manage relationships with subject matter experts to make sure content is accurate.
* Ensure all content on GOV.UK meets accessibility guidelines and is a resource for the whole department on what accessibility is and why it’s important.
* Help policy colleagues and others write and plan content to be accessible.
* Monitor the performance of content and tools and think about strategies for improving content that isn't hitting the mark.
* Deal with rapidly changing deadlines, workloads and goals.
Requirements Key Essential Skills:
* Experience using CMS’s (Content management systems).
* Experience as a website editor - a proven ability to write, edit and check digital content that is user-friendly and accessible.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to knowledge share best practice.
* Ability to work at pace.
* Project management skills.
* Verbal and written communication skills.
* Experience in using metrics and user feedback to define and improve content.
Desirable: - Experience of Whitehall publisher.