Greenpower Education Trust
Communications & Social Media Specialist
We’re looking for a dynamic Communications & Social Media Specialist to expand on telling our story, engage our community, and grow our online presence. This person will be the voice of our brand across multiple digital platforms, bringing to life the energy of our cars, the excitement of our events, and the achievements of our teams.
- Location
- Greenpower Head Office, FontwellPermanent, part time 28 hours per week (Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday)
- Employment
- Requirements: Attendance at the events throughout the season to capture content, including weekends and overnight stays
- Salary
- £13.08 per hour
About us
About Us We’re on a mission to spark innovation, teamwork, and engineering skills in the next generation by providing schools with electric kit cars and hosting thrilling student race track events. Our programs inspire creativity, teach practical STEM skills, and give students the chance to feel the excitement of motorsport while building a cleaner, electric future.
What you’ll do
Key Responsibilities • Content Creation & Strategy o Plan, create, and manage compelling content (photo, video, graphics, copy) for social media channels (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, X).
• Develop innovative ways to engage young people and the wider Greenpower community in response to restrictions on social media use by under-16s. • Develop and produce a regular Greenpower podcast or video series to increase engagement and bring the Greenpower story to life. • Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with events, sponsors & supporters and campaigns. o Capture live content at race events and exhibitions when required to showcase student experiences and tell our story. • Community Engagement o Foster an active and supportive online community of students, teachers, parents, and partners. • Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and engaging manner. • Amplify user-generated content and highlight participant achievements. • Campaigns & Growth o Run social media campaigns to boost the Trust’s awareness and school participation. o Track, analyze, and report on social media performance, using insights to optimize growth. • Experiment with creative formats and trends to keep content fresh and exciting. • Collaboration o Work closely with the Event Manager and Event Team to amplify key initiatives. • Liaise with schools, students, and sponsors to create shareable stories and case studies. Skills & Experience • Proven experience managing, running and growing social media channels for a brand, organization, or project. • Strong storytelling ability with excellent writing and copy-editing skills. • Confident creating multimedia content (basic video editing, photography, Canva/Adobe Suite skills desired) • Comfortable working at fast-paced live events and producing real-time updates. • Data-driven mindset with the ability to turn analytics into action. • Previous experience at events, especially within motorsport environment desirable. • Passion for education, sustainability, motorsport, or STEM is a big plus!
What We Offer
• The chance to inspire the next generation of innovators and changemakers. • A creative role with freedom to experiment and make an impact. • Opportunities to attend race track events and be at the heart of the action. • Supportive, mission-driven team environment. • Permanent contract subject to passing 6 month’s probation • 28 hours per week worked over Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday at 7 hours per day with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break • 27 days annual leave (pro rata’d) plus bank holidays
About us
Education Trust In the last 26 years industry, technology and society have changed dramatically, but one theme has remained resolutely constant; we still struggle to attract young people into Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers Back in 1999, STEM Sussex set out to create a hands-on, ambitious and unique activity for young people to inspire them into the pursuit of engineering careers. And so, the Greenpower challenge was developed; to design, build and race a single seater electric car, based on the excitement of motorsport, innovative technology and the sporting values of common rules and fair competition. The very first race was held on 17 October 1999 at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Since then, Greenpower has grown and matured, extending the age range of participants to primary schools and post 18, expanding across the UK and internationally, and developing the challenge to stay abreast of technology. In that time, many thousands of young people have participated in the Greenpower challenge, racing around some of the UK’s most iconic tracks, Goodwood, Silverstone, Dunsfold and Castle Combe. We want to reach more young people and enable them to engage in the exciting opportunities that Greenpower affords. The Greenpower program removes barriers to learning, and helps young people to develop new skills that will help them in their futures. To give you an idea, please watch this video: Greenpower International Finals 2022 - YouTube
How to apply
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