Community Partnerships Manager

Astrea Academy Trust; Bath; Vor Ort; GBP 49.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ralph Allen School in Bath is seeking a Community Partnerships Manager to lead a cross-sector coalition aimed at reducing disadvantage for children and young people across Bath and North East Somerset. The role focuses on building partnerships, aligning resources, securing investment and helping organisations work together for lasting impact.

The post targets an ambitious relationship-builder who can coordinate funders, schools and public services, delivering robust governance, reporting and

Qualifikationen

• Experience building productive relationships across multiple organisations and sectors.
• Track record influencing and driving progress without direct line management responsibility.
• Experience securing funding and managing relationships with funders.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong judgement, diplomacy and emotional intelligence.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people experiencing disadvantage.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining delivery focus.

Aufgaben

• Build and lead a cross-sector coalition focused on reducing disadvantage.
• Act as the Trust's principal link with Bath and North East Somerset Council.
• Develop strong relationships with schools, community organisations, charities, businesses and public sector partners.
• Manage transparent seed-funding processes and support the allocation of investment.
• Develop new funding opportunities through trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships and grant programmes.
• Coordinate collaborative projects and monitor progress against agreed outcomes.
• Provide robust reporting, governance and accountability arrangements.
• Champion a shared vision that delivers lasting impact for children and young people.

Kenntnisse

Relationship building

Influencing

Fundraising

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Diplomacy

Delivery focus

Jobbeschreibung

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Job profile for Community Partnerships Manager

Community Partnerships Manager

1250 - Ralph Allen School 13/11/2026 Community Partnerships Manager

The job requirements are detailed below.

Job details

Salary Grade 10, £48,738 - £51,928 (SCP 36-39) Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time Job type Support Staff - Other Job category Support Role - Other Date posted 21/10/2026 Job reference PAT-R543 Attachment Community Partnerships Manager.pdf

Job overview

Community Partnerships Manager

Salary: Grade 10, £48,738 - £51,928 (SCP 36-39)
Contract: Fixed term for three years (continuation subject to future funding)
Hours: Full-time, all year round
Location: Ralph Allen School, Bath
Start Date: January 2027 or sooner, depending on notice period

Build something that lasts

What if the organisations working to tackle disadvantage across Bath and North East Somerset could achieve even more by working together?

We are seeking an ambitious, relationship-focused Community Partnerships Manager to lead the development of a new cross-sector coalition focused on improving outcomes for disadvantaged children and young people across Bath and North East Somerset.

This is an exciting opportunity to create meaningful, long-term change by bringing together schools, charities, local government, businesses and public services around a shared purpose. Rather than delivering programmes directly, you will build partnerships, align resources, secure investment and help organisations work more effectively together.

About the role

As Community Partnerships Manager, you will:

• Build and lead a cross-sector coalition focused on reducing disadvantage.
• Act as the Trust's principal link with Bath and North East Somerset Council.
• Develop strong relationships with schools, community organisations, charities, businesses and public sector partners.
• Manage transparent seed-funding processes and support the allocation of investment.
• Develop new funding opportunities through trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships and grant programmes.
• Coordinate collaborative projects and monitor progress against agreed outcomes.
• Provide robust reporting, governance and accountability arrangements.
• Champion a shared vision that delivers lasting impact for children and young people.

About you

We're looking for someone who can inspire collaboration and turn ideas into action. You will have:

• Experience building productive relationships across multiple organisations and sectors.
• A track record of influencing and driving progress without direct line management responsibility.
• Experience securing funding and managing relationships with funders.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong judgement, diplomacy and emotional intelligence.
• A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people experiencing disadvantage.
• The ability to think strategically while maintaining a practical focus on delivery.

Knowledge of the Bath and North East Somerset area and experience of working with local authorities or public bodies would be advantageous.

Why join us?

This is a rare opportunity to shape a new initiative from the ground up and make a significant contribution to the lives of children and young people across our community.

You'll have the chance to:

• Build connections that strengthen our community.
• Help promising ideas gain momentum and scale.
• Secure funding that delivers lasting impact.
• Influence change across multiple organisations.
• Turn shared values into meaningful action.

About Palladian Academy Trust

Palladian Academy Trust is a family of schools united by the values of Respect, Trust, Courage and Curiosity. We are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive and flourish through collaboration, innovation and a relentless focus on equity.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Closing date: Friday 13 November 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 16 November 2026.