Marketing and Communications Lead

Marketing & Communications Lead
Are you a creative and strategic communicator looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? We're looking for an experienced Marketing and Communications professional to shape and drive our organisation's voice-both internally and externally. You'll take ownership of our communications strategy, lead exciting initiatives, and collaborate with leadership, partners, and stakeholders to bring our story to life.

In this pivotal role, you'll manage everything from brand development and digital campaigns to website content and employee engagement. You'll play a vital part in raising awareness, strengthening our reputation, and building lasting relationships with supporters, staff, and the wider community.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic marketing and communications plan that speaks to supporters, influencers, and stakeholders

• Act as the go-to expert for all things communications, providing advice and support across teams and projects

• Create and deliver compelling content across multiple channels to drive engagement and awareness

• Lead our social media presence, coordinate advertising campaigns, and manage analytics to assess performance

• Maintain consistent visual identity and tone of voice across all communications

• Oversee and evolve brand guidelines, refreshing creative assets as needed

• Supervise the work of a design consultant and equip teams with branding tools and templates

• Manage website content and functionality, ensuring a seamless and professional user experience

• Track communications performance, report insights, and make data-driven improvements

What You'll Get in Return

• 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays

• Free onsite parking

• Access to mental health and wellbeing support services

• Staff discounts at over 900 major retailers via our reward platform

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What We're Looking For

• Degree in marketing, communications, or a related field

• Significant experience leading internal and external marketing and communications functions

• Ideally, experience in the education, SEND, social care, or nonprofit sectors

• Strong digital skills including social media, analytics, and content management

• Confidence in managing websites and creating content that connects

• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and basic video editing

• Familiarity with Mac systems is a bonus

• Due to our location, access to a vehicle is recommended