Digital Marketing Assistant

Salary: £25,092.22 - £27,713.22

Location: Ashgate Hospice, Chesterfield, Derbyshire (flexibility for hybrid working)

Job type: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)

Closing date: 8 November 2026 at 23:59

The vacancy

Love creating social media content and telling stories through video? Help us share the stories that matter.

At Ashgate Hospice, there are stories all around us. Stories about the difference our care makes, the people who make it happen, and the families and communities who are part of Ashgate.

We’re looking for someone to bring these stories to life across our social media and digital marketing channels. Someone with creative ideas, an eye for engaging content and a passion for creating posts that make people stop, take notice and connect with what we do.

You’ll play a key role in planning and creating social media content, from developing ideas and scheduling posts to capturing and editing videos that will showcase life at Ashgate.

You’ll help us share what life at Ashgate is really like, giving people a better understanding of hospice care and the difference it makes to people living with a life-limiting illness and those important to them.

About the role

Ashgate Hospice is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means we are committed to inclusive hiring and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week worked Monday to Friday with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends to cover events.

Key responsibilities:

Video will be a big part of your role. You’ll come up with ideas, film and edit content, and find creative ways to tell Ashgate’s stories across our social media channels, website and campaigns.

You might be filming a colleague talking about their work, capturing a fundraising event or helping someone share their experience of hospice care. Whatever the story, you’ll know how to bring it to life in a way that feels genuine and connects with the people watching.

You’ll need to be comfortable talking to different people, putting them at ease and handling sensitive stories with care. You’ll also know that good video isn't just about getting the right shots. It’s about understanding the story you want to tell and making sure it reaches the right audience.

Alongside video, you’ll look after the day-to-day running of our social media channels. That means planning and scheduling posts, creating graphics and photography, responding to comments and messages, and keeping an eye on what’s working well.

You’ll also help keep our website up to date, create written content and support email marketing. Working with colleagues across Ashgate, you’ll help turn their ideas and experiences into content that people want to read, watch and share.

For the full details, you can read the attached job description or give the recruiting manager a call on 07736 909 015 for an informal chat (it may be possible to arrange a visit to the hospice).

What you’ll bring:

First and foremost, we want someone with a flair for video storytelling and the practical skills to make great content.

You’ll have experience of filming and editing videos, ideally using Adobe Premiere Pro, and be confident creating content for different social media platforms. You’ll understand what makes people stop scrolling, how to hold their attention and how to adapt your content for different audiences.

You’ll also have experience of social media channels, creating engaging content and using performance data to understand what works.

Just as importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys working with people. You’ll be curious, full of ideas and happy to get out and about to find stories worth sharing. You’ll be organised, able to manage different projects at once and confident working on your own initiative, while being a supportive member of the wider team.

Our stories can sometimes be personal and emotional, so you’ll need to approach people with empathy, respect and sensitivity. We want to tell stories honestly and thoughtfully, making sure people feel comfortable and their experiences are represented with care.

Experience of website content management systems, SEO, Google Analytics and email marketing would be useful, but we’re particularly interested in your creative ability, your video skills and the way you approach storytelling.

About Ashgate:

Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, offers free palliative and end of life care for adults with life-limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases, and advanced heart, kidney, and lung conditions. Last year, we cared for over 2,500 people. Our aim is to support our patients by keeping them informed, managing their symptoms, and improving their quality of life from diagnosis onwards.

We also provide vital support to the people who are important to them, offering practical assistance and emotional support, including bereavement services.

We’re more than a care provider. We’re a campaigner for sustainable end of life care funding in the UK, and we continually invest in our services and workforce.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• We are compassionate.
• We are a team.
• We are respectful, open, and inclusive.
• We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

We strive to create a workplace that’s happy, safe, and supportive – and our team seems to agree! In fact, 87% of workforce would recommend Ashgate Hospice as an employer/place to volunteer.

We know how important wellbeing and work-life balance are, which is why we’re open to flexible work arrangements, including job-sharing.

As part of our team, you’ll have access to training opportunities to help you grow, both personally and professionally. Whether you want to develop in your current role or explore new career paths, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Want to know more about what it’s like to work with us? Visit our website, check out our social media channels, or listen to our podcast, The Life and Death Podcast. It’s a great way to get a sense of the Ashgate team and the difference we make.

Benefits of joining us

At Ashgate, we take care of the people who take care of others. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to increase it through our Annual Buy and Sell Leave Scheme.
• A flexible working approach to help meet your needs and ours, including options like job-sharing.
• A Cycle to Work scheme and a Tech Benefit scheme to help spread the cost of your next bike or gadget.
• Health Cash Plan, giving you money back on treatments like physiotherapy, dental care, and eye tests.
• Access to a range of discounts, with discounts at hundreds of high-street retailers.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme, offering free, round-the-clock support when you need it.
• A pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution, helping you save for the future.
• A life assurance scheme, giving peace of mind for you and those important to you, up to age 65.
• A commitment to your personal and professional development, with training opportunities to help you grow.
• Free, on-site parking whenever you're working at the hospice.
• Discounted, onsite café at our Old Brampton site, available to all staff
• A wide range of initiatives to support your wellbeing, and the time out to practice self-care

Ready to make a difference?

To learn more about the role, please contact Rebecca Littlewood at 07736 909 015 or email rebecca.littlewood@ashgatehospice.org.uk. You can arrange to visit the hospice to see what it would be like to work with us.

Please note: Applications must be submitted via the ‘Apply Now’ button on our website. Applications sent directly to People Services or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.

Proposed interview date: Thursday 26 November 2026

Additional Support for Candidates

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive, fair, and accessible.

We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions, or long-term health conditions.

As part of our Disability Confident commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role.

All shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions in advance to support preparation.

Accessibility Resources:

If you need support completing your online application, you can contact the Disability Employment Service / Youth Employment Service via ASCH.Disability.EmploymentProject@derbyshire.gov.uk .

We also encourage candidates to complete and share a Health Adjustment Passport. This can help us understand any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process or in the workplace. Sharing your passport is entirely optional, but many people find it a helpful tool for identifying and discussing support needs.

You may also be able to access support through the Access to Work scheme - a government initiative designed to help people start or remain in work if they have a health condition or disability. This support can also apply during the recruitment process.

The following resources may also be helpful:

• Looking for work if you are disabled
• Reed in Partnership, Chesterfield Office: Call 0124 695 6275
• Disability Employment Service, Derbyshire County Council

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment.

Ashgate Hospice does not currently hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence and is therefore unable to sponsor visa applications or offer sponsorship for roles.

Applicants must ensure they have the legal right to work in the UK before applying.

We encourage applicants to check their eligibility using the UK Government's Right to Work and visa guidance before submitting an application. Applications from candidates who require sponsorship will not be progressed.

If you have any questions about adjustments or the recruitment process, please contact our People Services team at peopleservices@ashgatehospice.org.uk or call 01246 568 801.

We kindly ask that applicants who have previously been unsuccessful do not reapply for this role unless they can demonstrate significant additional skills, experience or development since their last application.

Who we are

For more information about us, please visit our website here.