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Content Assistant

£27.86k per annum

Proud to be Sunderland

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

  • A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
  • 1st in the North‑Eas t for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
  • 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

Join us in the Content and Web team as we enter an exciting new phase following the recent relaunch of the University website. This is a key student recruitment tool used to promote the University and the city and you'll get to be part of its evolution.

Working in a tight-knit team, you'll assist with the day-to-day running of the website as well as on project collaborations with marketing and student recruitment colleagues.

You'll use our Content Management System daily to edit a variety of content. Our website's diverse content means every day will be different; you could get involved with research content one day, and course content the next. You'll work with a range of content formats, from short copy to long-form written articles, to multimedia outputs such as videos and imagery.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of the website and give our users positive digital experiences that support them as they navigate their journey to university.

Is this you?

You're an effective team player who can also work independently across a range of projects. You'll enjoy writing and editing and can adapt your excellent writing skills to suit different audiences and formats. You can communicate well and are confident approaching colleagues across a range of different levels to assist them with their web content requests. You'll have a keen eye for detail and are enthusiastic about improving web content and processes that will help our users discover more about studying at the University of Sunderland.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

  • Up to 44days’ holiday - that’s31days’annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
  • Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
  • Lifestyle benefits , with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
  • Health and well-being support , from private medical cover to gym discounts.
  • Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Wednesday 17th June 2026 (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:

***email_hidden***

Job Details

Department

External Relations - Content & Web

Location

Sunderland Campus

Salary

£27,855 to £30,343 per annum

Hours per Week

Closing Date

Wednesday 17 June 2026

Interview Date

Monday 29 June 2026

Reference

0189-26

Vacancy posted 9 days ago
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