Communications Assistant

We’re pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a full time, permanent, Communications Assistant to join the parkrun team, primarily based in our Richmond, London office, at a minimum of three days per week. 

The position is 37.5 hours per week and the salary is £28,860 per annum.

Due to the high level of interest in this role in the past, we may close applications early, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.

parkrun is a health and wellbeing charity and our vision is to create a healthier and happier planet.

Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has evolved into a global social movement with a vibrant and inclusive community at its core. As of 2026, we have recorded over 160-million instances of walking, jogging, running, and volunteering.

Our mission is to transform lives by empowering people to be active, together, outdoors in their local community; and to protect parkrun for the generations to come. Each and every weekend, we deliver free, weekly timed events that people of all ages and backgrounds can join in. By tackling barriers to participation, we encourage communities to come together and embrace regular physical activity.

Now in its 22nd year, parkrun spans over 2,800 locations in 23 countries with more than 11 million people registered, and counting.

And we have really only just begun.

The role

We are seeking a Communications Assistant to be a valued member of parkrun’s communications department.

We are looking for a creative, highly organised and proactive Communications Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis. This role is perfect for a self-starter who is eager to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility. The role supports parkrun’s external and internal communications. You will be the guardian of our community’s stories, managing our content schedule, designing assets, and ensuring our online spaces remain warm, inclusive, and safe. An exceptional eye for detail, a creative spark, and a collaborative mindset are essential. 

We offer great flexible working conditions and a range of employee benefits including a contributory pension plan, 25 days paid leave (plus Bank Holidays) and a commitment to develop your skills and provide training.

parkrun is an inclusive employer and we are committed to diversifying our staff and therefore we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

At parkrun, we strive to make every voice heard and valued, and we are dedicated to breaking down barriers to inclusion in all aspects of our workplace. For more on our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, please see our Global DEI Statement. If you share our values and ambitions, and have the skills and experience, then we would be delighted to receive your application.

At parkrun, we believe that everyone should be able to participate in, and enjoy, physical activity in a safe environment, and be safeguarded from harm through a duty of care. As such, safeguarding is a fundamental part of every role, and all staff have a responsibility to play an active part in keeping everyone safe.

Find out more using the following links:

• The job description can be found here 
• The application process can be found here

The deadline for applications is noon on 25 September 2026. 

We anticipate that there may be a high volume of applications for the role, we therefore reserve the right to close the advertisement early, therefore please apply early following the application process to avoid disappointment.

Candidates who are progressed through to the next stages will be invited to a virtual screening on either Wednesday 30 September or Thursday 1 October 2026. 

Face to face interviews will be held in our parkrun Richmond office on Thursday 8 October 2026.

At parkrun, we are committed to creating a welcoming and equitable environment. To help us improve our diversity efforts, we invite you to complete this optional questionnaire. Your responses will:

• Be confidential and used only for diversity monitoring.
• Not be visible to the hiring team or impact your application.

Participation is voluntary, and you can skip any question or select “Prefer not to say.”

Thank you for contributing to a more inclusive workplace at parkrun!

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