The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
About Us.
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We want to create a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role.
We are seeking a dedicated, creative and experienced Communications and Engagement Adviser to join the Communications and Engagement Team on a part-time (18.5 hours per week), fixed term-contract (12 months from start date) to support our Placemaking Team. The role’s predominant focus will be to plan, lead and evaluate communications and engagement for Weston-super-Mare’s iconic venue, the Tropicana.
The Communications and Engagement Team are responsible for all aspects of North Somerset Council’s communications and engagement planning. This includes proactive and reactive media relations, an online ‘North Somerset Life' resident e-magazine delivered to over 70K addresses, internal communications, corporate social media, consultation and engagement as well as supporting major campaigns. We help improve North Somerset residents’ lives through supporting adult social care, libraries, children's services, highways and transport, open spaces and much more. No two days are ever the same!
The Placemaking Team help make North Somerset a great place to work, live and visit. The predominant focus of the role will be supporting communications and engagement for the Tropicana venue in Weston-super-Mare. In May, the council approved proposals to progress a lease agreement to national events specialist, Live Nation. This role will oversee the communications and engagement for this project linking with Live Nation, local businesses, councillors and key stakeholders as well as promoting key milestones as this exciting project develops. In addition, this role will support our High Streets, support the team with the refresh of the Placemaking Strategy and finalise the end of the formerly known as Levelling Up projects such as Grove Park. Supporting information is available to view at Prospectus_weston_super_mare-1.pdf and Improving Weston-super-Mare | North Somerset Council.
In this role, you will be focused on planning and implementing communications and engagement activity to support the Placemaking team to a professional standard. You will be responsible for devising, delivering and evaluating planned, coordinated and effective communications and engagement activities to meet the Placemaking Team’s objectives. You will ensure stakeholders are informed, engaged and committed to our journey - looking for creative ways to tell the team’s story, promote all the varied and good work we do and respond reactively when required. You will use skills you’ve gained through academic or professional qualifications and practical experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Engagement.
- Event planning and organisation.
- Public Relations.
- Digital communications.
- Campaign planning.
- Media liaison.
- Internal communications.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is a desirable condition for this role.
This role is based at Town Hall in Weston-super-Mare.
Work Style.
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
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0-2 day in the office per week.
- Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.
- Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.
About You.
We are looking for an individual who is passionate and creative about communications and engagement, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
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Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience of working in a communications, marketing, public relations and/or engagement role.
- Experience of using MS Office products, social media, web/video content editing and able to adapt quickly to using new software.
- Able to research, develop, deliver and monitor communications and engagement activities – including stakeholder mapping, writing communications and engagement plans and reporting on their effectiveness.
- Excellent standards of writing to suit the audience with attention to detail and strong visual presentation skills.
- Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines.
Desirable Criteria:
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Up to date knowledge of digital and marketing channels and professional standards.
- Experience of working with senior officers and/or councillors, partner organisations and the media and able to develop and maintain positive working relationships.
- Experience of working within the Placemaking sector.
What We Offer.
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We Offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Local Government Pension.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.
- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
How To Apply.
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information.
For further information about the role, please contact Deborah Porter, Deputy Head of Communications at
[email protected] or Joanne Drinkwater, Placemaking Programme Manager at
[email protected]
Important Information.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview date: Monday 24 August 2026.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.
