SC Cleared Content Designer

SC Cleared Content Designer
Active SC Clearance Required | Up to £450 per day | Outside IR35 | Predominantly Remote
We’re recruiting for an experienced SC Cleared Content Designer to join a major Central Government digital programme. This is an exciting opportunity to help design and deliver accessible, user-centred services that meet citizen needs while adhering to GDS standards and GOV.UK best practice.
The Role
Working within a multidisciplinary agile team, you’ll be responsible for creating, testing and iterating content across complex government services. You’ll collaborate closely with User Researchers, Service Designers, Interaction Designers, Business Analysts and key stakeholders to ensure content is evidence-based, accessible and aligned to user needs.
Essential Requirements

Active SC Clearance is mandatory and must be in place before engagement
Proven experience as a Content Designer within Central Government
Strong knowledge and practical experience of GDS Service Standard
Experience designing content for GOV.UK services
Excellent content design, content strategy and information architecture skills
Strong understanding of accessibility standards, including WCAG
Experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams
Ability to confidently engage with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts
Experience using research and data to inform content decisions

Desirable Experience

Experience working on large-scale digital transformation programmes
Previous involvement in GDS assessments
Experience mentoring or supporting junior Content Designers

Contract Details

Role: SC Cleared Content Designer
Location: Predominantly Remote
Rate: Up to £450 per day
Status: Outside IR35
Duration: Initial 6 months with extension potential
Start Date: ASAP

Apply Now
If you’re a Content Designer with active SC Clearance, proven GDS experience, and a strong background delivering content for Central Government digital services, we’d like to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful public services while working predominantly remotely on a long-term programme.

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