At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging content to showcase the diocese's work and connect with communities.
- Company: Join the Church of England - Diocese of Oxford, a welcoming and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, generous pension contributions, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a friendly team await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference by sharing inspiring stories and supporting community initiatives.
- Qualifications: Strong design skills and experience in writing for various platforms are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 £ per year.
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The Communications Team are looking for a new Publications and Design Communications Officer to join the team, working 30 hours per week, on a one-year fixed-term contract.
Position: Communications Officer - Publications and Design
Location: Kidlington/Hybrid
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week
Contract: 1-year fixed term contract (October 2025 – Sept 2026)
Closing Date: Tuesday 19 August 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025 at Church House Oxford, Langford Locks, Kidlington, Oxford, OX5 1GF
The Role: This role is to publicise the work of the diocese to clergy, laity, communities and parishioners, and shine a light on their endeavours and successes. The team tells the stories of 808 churches and their communities while supporting the other teams and departments in the diocese in sharing their news and projects. You will play a key role in delivering on-brand and engaging content and will develop, edit, project manage, design, and copy write communications across a wide range of channels. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to develop messaging, design, and tone of voice that is appropriate to the audience/channel while ensuring the highest possible editorial standards. There is occasional weekend and evening working, so some flexibility is essential. Meeting deadlines and prioritising projects will be a core part of this role. The organisation operates a hybrid model, so 60% of your hours will be in the office.
About You: We are seeking someone with established design skills and experience of drafting, writing, proofing, and finalising written content for both online and print purposes. You will be highly organised, technically literate, flexible, and a calm presence in a busy office. You will have an aptitude for eye-catching design and powerful written materials, using our brand and style guidelines. If you want to join a small, friendly, motivated and welcoming team… they apply today! You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work here – around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins this work. All staff do have a desire to make a difference and are aligned with the values of being compassionate, courageous, and contemplative. Familiarity with the work of the Church of England is desirable, but not essential.
Benefits and Rewards:
- 25 days holiday, pro rata, per annum, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days;
- In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the diocese offers three privilege days;
- Free parking and subsidised on-site café;
- Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5%, including 1% death in service benefit (5% employee contribution);
- Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme;
- Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision;
The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. We want the organisations commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.
Communications Officer in Kidlington employer: Church of England - Diocese of Oxford
The Church of England - Diocese of Oxford is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. With generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday, a strong pension contribution, and access to wellbeing support, employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. Located in Kidlington, the hybrid working model allows for flexibility while being part of a dedicated team that makes a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Church of England - Diocese of Oxford Recruitment Team
