We’re Hiring: Social Media Officer

We’re looking for a creative, proactive and experienced Social Media Officer to join our small team at The Loss Foundation and help us reach more people who could benefit from our support.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring our recently developed social media strategy to life, creating engaging content, growing our online community and helping us raise awareness of the free bereavement support we provide.

You’ll take the lead on planning, creating and publishing content across our social media platforms, including graphics, carousels and short-form videos. You’ll also help us understand what’s working through social media analytics and identify opportunities to reach new audiences.

We’re looking for someone who has practical experience managing social media accounts, enjoys creating thoughtful and engaging content, and can work independently. You’ll need to be confident communicating about sensitive subjects and passionate about making a difference through your work.

Role details

  • Salary: £30,000 FTE (£9,000 per annum pro rata)
  • Hours: 1.5 days per week
  • Contract: Six months initially, with the possibility of extension
  • Location: Predominantly remote, with one working day per month in central London
  • Start date: As soon as possible, ideally December 2026

How to apply

Please read our Full Job Description for more information about the role and the skills we’re looking for.

To apply, please email your CV and a short covering letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’d like to work with The Loss Foundation to erin@thelossfoundation.org.

Please also include links to 2–3 examples of social media content you’ve created or accounts you’ve managed, ideally showcasing your skills in graphics, carousels or short-form video.

Application deadline: Tuesday 24th November 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 1st December 2026

We look forward to hearing from you!


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