FAQs
What is the salary for the Media Officer position?
The salary for the Media Officer position is £37,635, with an additional contribution of £10,902 towards a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
What are the working arrangements for this role?
Most DfE employees will be working in a hybrid pattern, spending at least 60% of their time in an office or work setting.
What are the primary responsibilities of the Media Officer?
The Media Officer's responsibilities include creating and drafting media handling, establishing relationships with journalists, developing communication strategies, and monitoring media to improve future handling, among others.
What essential criteria is required for applicants?
Applicants must have extensive experience in media or public relations, strong communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a track record of using audience insight in communications.
Is there an out-of-hours duty requirement for this position?
Yes, the Media Officer will participate in the out-of-hours duty rota, providing an on-call service to members of the media.
Will there be training opportunities available?
Yes, as an organization supporting education and lifelong learning, the Department for Education offers excellent professional development opportunities for its staff.
Are there any travel requirements for this role?
Travel to your primary office location will not be paid for by the DfE, but costs for travel to an office that is not your main location will be covered.
What benefits do employees receive besides salary?
Employees receive 25 days of leave, increasing by 1 day each year to a maximum of 30 days after five years. They also receive the King's Birthday privilege holiday, 8 bank and public holidays, and the opportunity to join the Civil Service Pension Scheme.
What assessment process does the selection involve?
The selection process includes an application stage where candidates submit a CV and Statement of Suitability, followed by an interview assessing experience, behaviours, and technical skills.
What is the expected behavior to be assessed during the selection process?
Candidates will be assessed on the behaviour "Delivering at Pace" during the selection process.