MEI Web and Graphic Designer

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MEI Web and Graphic Designer

Contract: Due to the nature of MEI's funding, this job is offered on a one year fixed term contract, to begin by Monday 18th July, with possibility of extension.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs per week

This position is to ensure that the MEI and FMSP websites function as intended, are up-to-date in terms of design and functionality, and are driven by efficient and effective coding. There will also be work to support the technical and design aspects of MEI’s Integral resources website; and to help design materials that promote the activities of MEI and the FMSP.

The role will involve working closely with MEI colleagues involved in several strands of MEI’s work.

MEI is a leading independent curriculum development body for mathematics and a major provider of mathematics CPD. MEI manages the national Further Mathematics Support Programme and is a partner in the NCETM consortium. The applicant will become an important member of the MEI team.

The holder of this post will report to the MEI Web Manager.

Main aspects

Updating the current websites, making them mobile-responsive and adding an online payment facility

Regular maintenance work to ensure the sites function as intended and are free of clutter

Supporting staff who update the content of the sites

Ensuring the sites are up to date in terms of current web developments

Working with MEI’s Communications team to ensure the design and appearance of the sites is up to date.

Keeping the coding behind the scenes efficient enough to ensure updates can be carried out without fuss

Working with MEI’s Resources team to support the development of Integral

Working with strand teams to create images, adverts and flyers that promote their activities

Essential

Strong web and graphic design skills

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop

Fluency with HTML and CSS

Experience designing responsive websites

Experience in optimising user experience and user interface

Experience creating and maintaining data-driven websites

Proficiency with MySQL and PHP, and familiarity with Javascript

Expertise in search engine optimisation

Skills in optimising webpage loading speed

Strong presentation skills.

Excellent communication skills.

High levels of self-motivation and enthusiasm

The ability to think creatively and recognise opportunities

The ability to meet deadlines

The ability to work without direct supervision

The ability to work as part of a team

Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills

The desire and commitment to provide excellent service

Desirable

Appropriate web design professional qualification

Education related IT skills such as using online classrooms, online learning environments or producing video resources

Expertise with mathematics teaching and learning technology

Experience of working in an educational setting and an interest in mathematics and/or education would be advantageous

An appreciation of MEI's work and philosophy

Graduate applicants preferred but all applications will be considered

Closing Date: Applications must be received by Monday 6th June. Applicants who have not heard from us by 14th June should assume that they have not been successful on this occasion

Interview Date:Wednesday 15th June

Special Conditions:This post may involve occasional time away to take part in conferences. A DBS disclosure will be requested in respect of the individual offered the post.

This role is Home-Based with travel around England!

The person appointed to the post will need to be flexible and the exact nature of the role will take account of the experience and strengths of the successful applicant.

If you have any questions relating to the role or wish to apply for the role then please send a copy of your CV as well as a cover letter detailing your reasons for applying by clicking on the APPLY button below!!

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