At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging social media content and promote positive stories.
- Company: Waythrough, a leading mental health support organisation.
- Benefits: Training, personal development, travel reimbursement, and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities to meet new people and gain valuable experience.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while boosting your creative skills.
- Qualifications: Creativity, motivation, and a passion for social media.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Waythrough provides specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We deliver high-quality, evidence-based services designed around the real needs of the people we serve. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through over 250 services – and it is all made possible by our 3,500 staff and volunteers. We value our volunteers and seek to ensure their diverse roles are rewarding and beneficial to all.
We are looking for a creative and motivated volunteer to support the service in increasing its social media presence. You will promote our work, share positive stories, and help us connect with a wider audience online while ensuring all communications reflect our brand and safeguarding standards.
Key Responsibilities- Creating visual content using Canva for social media and internal communications
- Drafting and scheduling posts to promote service activities, awareness campaigns, and community engagement
- Collaborating with staff, client users and volunteers to gather content, quotes, stories, and creative ideas for social media
- Helping shape and develop a unified online identity that attracts and engages a broad range of followers
- Supporting occasional campaigns or themed content (e.g. Alcohol Awareness Week, World Mental Health Day, Recovery Month)
- Adhering to data protection, safeguarding, media consent, social media policy and brand guidelines
The team would appreciate a minimum of 4 hours in any of the following days/times (preferably half or full day): Monday to Friday, 9:15am to 5:15pm.
What We Offer- Discounts from various schemes
- Training and personal development
- A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Free induction and role-specific training
- Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
- Opportunities to meet new people and develop confidence
- Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
- Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme – all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
Social Media Volunteer in Bradford employer: Recovery Focus
Waythrough is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its volunteers, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture where creativity thrives. As a Social Media Volunteer, you will not only gain valuable experience in digital communication but also have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. With access to training, personal development, and a chance to connect with a diverse community, volunteering with Waythrough is a rewarding experience that fosters both personal growth and professional skills.
