Marketing and IT Assistant - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Home Instead

Home Instead
Home Instead
Verified Company
Sheffield, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Company Description

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for adults.

With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.


Job Description:


The
Marketing/IT Assistant is expected to perform a variety of duties in the smooth operation of Home Instead's marketing and IT activity and to support the business development of Home Instead Sheffield & Barnsley.

Supporting the business' needs, you will be at the heart of the company's marketing and IT activity.

An important cog in the wheel, you'll be expected to contribute creatively to the continued growth and development of the organisation.


This exciting and challenging role would be an ideal opportunity for an outgoing and confident person to experience the full operational breadth of an organisation.

This is a full-time position and an excellent opportunity for progression within a well-established business.


Qualifications:

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Person Specification_**- Motivated individual and driven by set goals and targets

  • Attention to detail and good organisational skills
  • Strong design and creative skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with strong Interpersonal skills
  • Strong team player
  • Can work under pressure to tight deadlines
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to show initiative and work with mínimal supervision
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Able to research and understand the markets requirements
The ability to multitask is a must

Additional Information

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
This job is full of variety and you will need to be able to turn your hand to a multitude of tasks:


Marketing:


  • To assist in the preparation of marketing material, particularly regular Client & Care Professional newsletters, by writing copy, and ensuring accuracy by proofreading and editing.
  • To be responsible for and manage all aspects of the preparation of marketing materials & and literature
  • To be responsible for developing and maintaining all mailing lists ensuring they are kept up to date.
  • To assist with the distribution of marketing material.
  • Research, schedule and successfully execute regular community marketing events including health fairs, senior expos and any other events that would promote our service to the general public.
  • Assist with the collation of information for promotional literature.
  • Research opportunities for targeted advertising and manage the publication process.
  • Updating and maintaining the marketing department's documentation and databases.
  • Build a firm understanding of the local health community.

Digital Media and Website:


  • Liaising with our national office and host.
  • Regularly updating copy on the website using content management system.
  • Obtaining website statistic reports.
  • Online publicity links to other sites, competitions, etc.

Press:


  • In conjunction with our PR agency, managing and developing relationships with local Press and Media, including broadcast opportunities.
  • Write and distribute regional press releases and following up with target media.
  • Maintain and build press contacts database, press cuttings file and general press correspondence records.
Liaise with other Home Instead offices to maximise local and regional PR opportunities.


IT:

Assistance in solving daily IT issues and queries for Key Office Staff escalating to external support where needed:

  • Full administration of the company's technology, keeping records of equipment etc
  • Ensuring all software and licences are kept up to date
  • Setting up and assisting with mobile phones
  • Assisting with IP phone technology

Technology Projects

  • As we move into a new postCOVID era, at Home Instead we are interested in leading the way with IT in the Care Sector. Exciting opportunities will arise to set up new technologies to assist our Clients, Care Professionals and Key Office Staff, monitor and ensure all is working well.
  • Researching new projects and presenting findings
  • Costing potential technology projects
  • Implementation and testing
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