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Communications Officer

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
07/10/2026
Advert End Date:
20/10/2026 12:00
Salary:
£34,811 pa
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Marketing / Media / Communications
Vacancy ID:
303157
Employment Location:
Corporate Communications, South Tyneside
Post Number:
PH00526
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
20 Oct
Further Information
Communications Officer, 37hpw
(Corporate Communications)
£34,811 pa  
 
Fixed Term contract until August 2027

The way we work at South Tyneside Council is changing and we need an internal communications expert to help us communicate some big projects that we are working on.  If you have ideas and experience on how to engage with a large diverse staff base – including those staff who are not digitally-connected, we would love to hear from you. 
 
We need someone who has a passion for communications, is well organised and has the ability to work with diverse stakeholders including our senior team, our elected members and staff in our services to deliver communication campaigns that genuinely make a difference.
 
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Jane Burns, Corporate and Internal Communications Manager, jane.burns@southtyneside.gov.uk
 
This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
 
We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere 
 
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
 
To view our Privacy Notice please visit: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants
 
Please note that if you apply for this role, all communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, please ensure you check your junk mail.
 
Previous applicants need not apply
 
Closing date: Noon, 20 October 2026
 
Interviews will take place week commencing 2 November 2026
                     
 
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