Job Advert: Marketing Assistant (Digital)

Application Deadline: Thu 18 Jun 2026, 11:00hrs

Role: Marketing Assistant (Digital)
Location: Newcastle University campus
Period: August 2026 – June 2027
Employment type: 22.5hrs a week (3 days a week)
Salary Band: A1 (£24,910 per annum full-time equivalent salary; actual salary for this role is approximately £13,706 based on 22.5 hours per week, August–June contract)

About the Role

Interested in getting started in marketing and communications? Do you have some basic knowledge of using HTML/CSS? We’re looking for someone to join our team as a Marketing Assistant (Digital), supporting a wide range of digital marketing, communications, and promotional activity across Newcastle University Students’ Union.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. One day you might be writing, building and scheduling email campaigns, updating website content or uploading content to digital screens across campus. Another day could involve helping set up campaign stalls, collecting print materials, supporting events, brainstorming campaign ideas with the team, or assisting with wider promotional activity around the Students’ Union.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys a mix of creative and practical tasks, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable juggling lots of different jobs at once. You should enjoy writing student-facing content, have a good eye for digital content, and be confident using online platforms and learning new systems.

Working closely with the Marketing Manager and wider Marketing & Communications team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across digital marketing, content creation, communications, websites, campaigns, and student engagement while contributing your own ideas and creativity along the way. Full training will be provided, but a basic understanding of HTML/CSS is desirable.

For full details about the role and responsibilities, please visit our website to view the full job description.

Why Join Us?

At NUSU, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you’ll enjoy:

✅ 30 days holiday (pro-rated in line with hours)

✅ Rest and Recharge - extra days off at Xmas

✅ Mental health and wellbeing support

✅ Employer pension contribution (4%)

✅ No dress code – be yourself at work

✅ A culture that promotes work-life balance

✅ Exclusive student and staff discounts

✅ Paid time off for volunteering and charity work

✅ Subsidised food in our Co-op shop and Wetherspoons bar

About NUSU:

We are Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) – an innovative and student-led organisation dedicated to making the university experience unforgettable. As a charity, we enrich student life through exciting opportunities, wellbeing support, and championing the student voice.

Based at the heart of campus, we offer a dynamic space including a live music venue, bar, supermarket, merchandise shop, food outlets, study spaces, and more. Our Marketing & Communications team plays a key role in bringing this to life, connecting students with everything NUSU has to offer.

Make an Application

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to vacancies.union@newcastle.ac.uk. Your letter should answer the following questions:

What interests you most about digital marketing and communications?
What experience do you have using basic HTML/CSS?

If you would like to include any examples of work that you feel strengthen your application, we’d love to see them.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview process, please let us know, we’re happy to help.

Applications will be accepted until Fri 19 June, 11:00hrs.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process.

We truly appreciate every application; however, we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Interviews are planned in for Mon 29 – Tue 30 June.

Contact Info

For further information please contact Dan Robertson, Marketing Manager (NUSU) at daniel.robertson@newcastle.ac.uk

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At NUSU, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. We celebrate and value the differences that make each individual unique and strive to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, nationality, or marital/civil partnership status. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, all applicants will be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form to help us ensure fair and inclusive recruitment practices.

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