Community & Marketing Officer

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:

Full Time Number of Positions: 1 Qualifications

Required:

Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g. Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism) or equivalent professional experience

Start Date:

9th November 2026 Salary: £33,143 - £36,363 per annum

We are seeking a creative, resilient and driven Community & Marketing Officer to join our team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)

This Community & Marketing Officer role is a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference helping to reshape how the school connects with its community, communicates its vision, and supports ongoing improvement. This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by purpose, challenge and impact.

This is a full time, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 2 weeks. The starting salary is £29,238 and the full time equivalent is £33,143 Grade 6.

• Play a key role in supporting school improvement through effective communication
• Help rebuild confidence and engagement with families and the local community
• Shape a clear, positive and authentic narrative about the school
• Work closely with senior leaders to deliver meaningful change

• Leading delivery of the school’s marketing and communications strategy
• Designing engaging, high-quality content across print and digital platforms
• Managing the school’s website, social media and publications
• Promoting events and strengthening parent and community engagement
• Building partnerships with local organisations and stakeholders
• Showcasing progress, student experiences and school developments

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign essential – including mail merges)
• Premiere Pro (video editing)
• Canva
• Excel

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content for a range of audiences
• Experience delivering creative, multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital, print and social platforms
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Confidence building positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the wider community
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach

• Are motivated by making a real impact in a school on a journey of improvement
• Take pride in producing high-quality, visually engaging work
• Are able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Bring energy, creativity and resilience to your work

We’re looking for a creative, resilient and proactive professional who can combine strong technical skills with a genuine commitment to making a difference in a challenging context.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cycle scheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many…