Opportunity: Communications Assistant – Fixed Term Freelance Contract

British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is seeking an individual to work with us on a short-term freelance basis to support our communications team between 19 February – 30 April 2025 in preparation for the 2025 British Ceramics Biennial. 

This role will work closely with BCB colleagues to maintain BCB’s social media and communications at our Stoke-on-Trent office located at the University of Staffordshire. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of multiple social media platforms, excellent communication skills and an eye for detail.

 

 

Role breakdown 

Title: Communications Assistant – Fixed Term Freelance Contract 

Reports to: Head of Business Services 

Fee: £3,562 (168 hours @ £21.20/hour)  

Contract: Freelance (February-April 2025)  

Vacancy closing date: 12 noon, Monday 10 February 2025 

Please download role description for full details. 

 

 

Application

Please apply by submitting the following by 12 noon, Monday 10 February 2025:  

  • an expression of interest outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience make you suitable for this freelance role (maximum 1 side)  
  • a copy of your CV  

Email application documents to Natalie Armitage, Head of Business Services (natalie@britishceramicsbiennial.com) with ‘BCB Freelance Communications Assistant’ in the subject line. 

Interviews are likely to take place on Friday 14 February. 

For an informal discussion about this opportunity prior to the application deadline, please contact Natalie Armitage on the email address above.

 

 

Access

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment and contracting processes are transparent and accessible. If you have any questions or you require the role description in an alternative format, please let us know. You can do this by emailing alex@britishceramicsbiennial.com or by calling 01782 294634. Alternative formats are made available upon request to ensure they are suitably tailored to support an applicant’s access requirements.  

BCB will make reasonable adjustments to the office or working arrangements to accommodate the needs of people with disabilities. You are welcome to discuss your access needs with us at any stage in the application process by emailing natalie@britishceramicsbiennial.com.