Community Partnerships Manager

eTeach UK Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Palladian Academy Trust in Bath is seeking an ambitious Community Partnerships Manager to lead a cross-sector coalition aimed at reducing disadvantage across Bath and North East Somerset. The role focuses on building partnerships, securing funding and aligning resources to deliver lasting impact for children and young people.

You will cultivate relationships with schools, local authorities, charities and businesses, report on progress, and manage seed-funding processes.

Qualifications

• Experience building productive relationships across multiple organisations and sectors.
• Track record of influencing and driving progress without direct line management.
• 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 disadvantaged children and young people.
• Ability to think strategically while delivering concrete results.
• Knowledge of the Bath and North East Somerset area and working with local authorities or public bodies advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a cross-sector coalition focused on reducing disadvantage.
• Act as principal link with Bath and North East Somerset Council.
• Develop relationships with schools, charities, local government, businesses and public sector partners.
• Manage transparent seed-funding processes and support investment allocation.
• Develop funding opportunities through trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships and grants.
• Coordinate collaborative projects and monitor progress against outcomes.
• Provide governance and accountability reporting.
• Champion a shared vision delivering lasting impact for children and young people.

Skills

Relationship building

Influencing without direct management

Fundraising

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Local knowledge Bath & BNES

Job description

Community Partnerships ManagerSalary: 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 roundLocation: Ralph Allen School, BathStart 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 2026Interview date: Week commencing 16 November 2026.