Trust Communications & Engagement Officer
GLF Schools
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- GLF Senior Specialist - £19,294
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 20 August 2021
Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Communications and Engagement Officer to review, develop and implement successful communications strategies across our Trust of 41 schools.
Your Opportunity
You will support the Executive team, leading on communications with schools, across the Central Team, with parents and with other external audiences. You will work closely with colleagues who lead on marketing, graphic design, PR and recruitment, to ensure consistent messaging and branding. The role is based in the Trust office in Banstead, however, there is the option of remote working.
Responsibilities for the role will include:
● Develop and deliver effective Trust-wide communication
● Support more effective engagement with all stakeholders: our children and students; school and central team colleagues; governors and Trustees; current and prospective parents; other schools and Trusts
● Coordinate arrangements for functions and events
● Manage communications on behalf of the Executive team, with internal and external parties
● Support the CEO, COO and Education Director with meeting organisation where required
● Assist in the preparation of presentation materials and reports
● Lead on discrete projects as required
About GLF Schools
We comprise 34 schools in the primary sector and 7 secondary schools in various regions across the South East and South London. The opportunities within our trust are immense in terms of professional and support for your career aspirations.
We have 13 brand new schools, which have opened since 2013; two are in the secondary sector located in Oxfordshire and Surrey. All seven of our sponsored primary schools have undergone their first inspections as academies with us removing their previous inspection ratings.
23 of our 41 schools have chosen to join GLF, a testament to the collaborative approach between our schools, which benefits all children and staff, and the wider communities, which we serve to the best of our ability.
We have been recently designated as one of only 87 Teaching School Hubs which will oversee the West Sussex area, and will incorporate our very successful SCITT as well as providing the training programme for the Early Career Framework for both the Trust and our Hub geographical area. This will also provide development opportunities for the successful candidate.
What we are looking for
We are seeking candidates who:
● Have a degree in a communications related subject: marketing, PR, journalism or equivalent experience.
● Have a background in communications, with experience in developing strategies to meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders.
● Are competent using a wide range of communication methods, including websites, social media, video, publications and events.
● Are able to demonstrate initiative and creativity, combined with accuracy and attention to detail.
● Show a commitment to personal professional development and a desire to play a role in achieving the vision of GLF Schools.
Thrive in a career at GLF Schools
GLF Schools is a dynamic, forward thinking and rapidly expanding Academy Trust with many career opportunities for new and existing staff. Each school in our Trust has its own individual identity, while benefiting from the expertise that comes from dedicated and experienced regional and Trust teams. Our schools serve to meet the needs of its own local community, yet all are united in their core purpose of providing an outstanding educational experience. GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish. Our offer includes:
Continuous Professional Development
Work life and family friendly policies
Flexible Working
Staff Wellbeing
Career Pathways and Talent Management
Staff Benefits
Community and Collaboration
Valued Worker Scheme
Defined benefit (local government) pension scheme.
The Details
Salary -GLF Senior Specialist £32,000 FTE
Pro-rata salary - £19,294
Hours - 24 hours per week to be worked over 41 weeks (term time plus 2 weeks). Hours may be worked flexibly across the week, with a minimum requirement to work Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.
Start Date - ASAP
Closing date - 20th August 2021
Interview date - 31st August 2021
Attached documents
About GLF Schools
- GLF Schools
- The Beacon School, Picquets Way, Banstead
- Surrey
- SM7 1AG
- United Kingdom
GLF Schools is a Multi Academy Trust; a group of schools governed through a single set of members and directors to help maintain, improve and raise high educational standards across a number of schools. We currently have a mixture of primary and secondary schools across Surrey, Croydon, Wokingham, West Sussex and Oxfordshire.
Joining GLF schools brings a wealth of opportunity both personally and professionally. Each school in our trust has its own individual identity, while benefiting from the expertise that comes from a dedicated and experienced support team. GLF Schools will recognise your skills, encourage creativity and provide opportunities for you to grow, learn and flourish. As a member of staff you can expect GLF to invest in your career progression, provide a bespoke career development plan and offer the potential to be fast tracked into leadership.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.
- Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
- Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career pathways and talent management
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
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