Junior Social Media Content Creator

Department: Marketing/Student Recruitment

Location: Greenford (Onsite Working)

Salary Range: £28,000-£30,000pa

Type of Contract: Permanent - Full Time

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

About Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

The Role: The Junior Social Media Content Creator will support the development of engaging content across digital platforms, assist in maintaining brand consistency, and contribute fresh ideas to help grow our online presence. This role is perfect for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, experiment, and develop their content creation skills

What the Role Involves

• Develop short-form videos, graphics, and other multimedia content.
• Support the planning and scheduling of social media posts using content calendars.
• Conduct basic research to support content development competitor audits and trend analyses to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Collaborate with the marketing and design teams to maintain brand consistency.
• Help monitor social media trends, platform updates, and competitor content.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Review and edit content for accuracy, clarity, and tone.
• Assist in planning and executing content campaigns across social media, email, and website platforms.
• Capture behind-the-scenes photos and videos during events, product launches, and team activities.
• Track performance metrics (reach, engagement, views) and support weekly or monthly reporting.
• Brainstorm ideas for new content formats, trends, and series to keep channels fresh and engaging.
• Maintain and organize digital asset libraries (photos, videos, graphics).
• Assist with basic scriptwriting for short videos or promotional content.
• Ensure all content is optimized for mobile viewing and platform best practices.
• Participate in content reviews and implement feedback from senior creatives.
• Support in proofreading and formatting blog posts or written materials before publication.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather information for stories, announcements, or project highlights.

About You

• Basic experience in content creation (internships, coursework, personal projects, or portfolio).
• Strong writing and communication skills with attention to grammar and storytelling.
• Working knowledge of major social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube).
• Basic photo and video editing skills (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, etc.).
• Ability to generate creative ideas and translate them into engaging content.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and receive constructive feedback.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• “GBS has been a good place for professional growth. I have received great support from managers and colleagues who have encouraged me to develop new skills and take on more senior roles. Their mentorship has been invaluable to help me advance in my career.”
• — Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)