Social Media Assistant


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: THE WEATHERBIES LTD We are looking for a Social Media Assistant to handle the day to day running of our social media platforms and work with our social media manager to expand the Weatherbies brand and reach throughout the globe. You will support the development and execution of our e-commerce and digital media strategies. This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in e-commerce, digital marketing, and online content monetization.

Responsibilities

  • Research best practices for selling online.
  • Work with the Weatherbies team to build and document an e-commerce and social media strategy for The Weatherbies.
  • Assist in setting up and optimizing product listings.
  • Implement the plan in collaboration with the team.
  • Assist the team in optimizing content for monetization.
  • Document best practices and track key performance metrics.
  • Regular communication with Peter and monthly reporting to the wider team.
  • Support marketing analytics tools & meta data business suite.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Writing skills.
  • An understanding of different social media platforms.
  • Creating engaging content.
  • Basic computer literacy.
  • Willingness to learn tools and stay up to date with ever-changing world of social & digital media.
  • Someone who is creative and adaptable.

Desirable Skills

  • Able to speak Irish/Gaeilge, as we work in both English & Irish/Gaeilge mediums.

Further Information

Location: Blended - Remote with one day in office per week. The Employer is: THE WEATHERBIES LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1760240
Job Sector
Marketing
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Magherafelt
Salary
16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
17/02/2026
Closing date
30/03/2026
Worktime
To be confirmed with employer (flexible).

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