Content and Communications Manager

drb Ignite Multi Academy Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,434 - 41,772; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

drb Ignite Multi Academy Trust in Birmingham is seeking a Content and Communications Manager to lead the development of high-quality communications. The successful candidate will enhance the Trust’s digital presence and strengthen stakeholder engagement through storytelling and creative content.

Responsibilities include managing social media, creating compelling content for various platforms, photography and video production, and website management. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with the opportunity to make a positive impact in schools and communities.

Qualifications

• Passionate about storytelling and engaging content.
• Ability to enhance digital presence and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in content creation for various communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for newsletters, blogs, and social media.
• Manage and grow digital presence across communication channels.
• Capture and produce high-quality photography and video content.
• Update and manage Trust websites to ensure compliance and engagement.
• Support delivery of Trust-wide communication strategies.

Skills

Excellent written communication skills

Strong visual storytelling abilities

Experience managing websites

Experience with social media and digital campaigns

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

WordPress

Job description

Job Title: Content and Communications Manager

Hours of work: Full time - 37 hours per week (Term-time working arrangements will also be considered)

Reporting to: Head of Communications

Scale: Birmingham Grade 4 Scale Points 23 to 31 (£34,434-£41,772 pro rata)

Annual Leave: 30 plus 8 bank holidays and concessionary days

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about storytelling and understands how engaging content and strong visual communication can positively influence schools, communities and audiences.

The Content and Communications Manager will play a leading role in developing and delivering high-quality communications and creative content across the Trust and its schools. The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing the Trust’s digital presence, strengthening stakeholder engagement and ensuring all communications reflect the Trust’s vision, values and brand identity.

The role requires a highly creative individual with excellent written communication skills, strong visual storytelling abilities and experience managing websites, social media and digital campaigns. The successful candidate will help celebrate the achievements of our schools while supporting wider Trust priorities including recruitment, community engagement and brand development.

Key responsibilities include:

Content Creation and Storytelling

• Create engaging written content for newsletters, blogs, websites, case studies, campaigns and social media.
• Produce compelling stories that celebrate pupil achievement, staff success and Trust initiatives.
• Develop creative campaigns that promote the Trust’s vision and values.
• Ensure all content is accurate, engaging and aligned with the Trust brand.

Digital Communications and Social Media

• Manage and grow the Trust’s digital presence across all communication channels.
• Create and schedule social media content across multiple platforms.
• Monitor engagement and analytics to evaluate campaign effectiveness.
• Identify new digital trends and opportunities to enhance audience engagement.

Photography, Videography and Design

• Capture professional photography and video content across Trust schools and events.
• Edit and produce high-quality visual content using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Design marketing materials, publications, presentations and digital assets.
• Maintain consistency in visual identity and branding across the Trust.

Website Management

• Manage and update Trust and school websites using WordPress.
• Ensure websites remain compliant, accessible, engaging and up to date.
• Support schools in developing effective online communication and content.
• Improve website functionality, user experience and digital accessibility.

Internal and External Communications

• Support the delivery of Trust-wide communications strategies.
• Build strong relationships with school leaders and stakeholders.
• Assist with media enquiries, PR opportunities and external communications.
• Support recruitment campaigns and employer branding initiatives.

Events and Campaigns

• Support the planning, promotion and delivery of Trust events and celebrations.
• Create promotional materials and communication plans for key initiatives.
• Ensure events are effectively captured and promoted across digital platforms.

We offer a competitive salary, a range of employee benefits, the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme and a strong sense of shared moral purpose to make a difference to the lives of children and families. If you are seeking a fresh challenge, enjoy working creatively in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to make this role something special, we would welcome your application.