Head of Marketing

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Ipswich is seeking a Communications Manager to lead strategic communications and reputation management. The ideal candidate should have strong content creation skills, experience in PR, and excellent communication abilities. This is a full-time, permanent position with competitive salary based on experience. Applications are open until 3 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Motivated and experienced content creator and marketer.
• Experience in PR and reputation management.
• Ability to manage a small team and deliver communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver strategic communications for Ipswich High School.
• Manage corporate communications and digital presence.
• Enhance visibility and reputation through various channels.

Skills

Content creation

Public relations

Team management

Excellent communication skills

Social media literacy

Job description

Overview

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Job Description

• Ipswich High School
• Address: Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ
• Salary: Competitive*
• Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 0435

*Competitive remuneration, based on skills, knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a strategic communications and reputational building programme for Ipswich High School.
• Own and manage all corporate communications, PR, media statements, digital presence and profile.
• Enhance visibility and reputation through a variety of channels.
• Create content and apply social media literacy on platforms including Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
• Lead a small marketing team; provide clear, positive, consistent school communications locally and nationally with support from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Support organisation and management of events to build and strengthen relationships with existing and prospective families.

Qualifications and Skills

• Motivated and experienced content creator and marketer with strong content creation capability.
• Experience in PR, media statements and reputation management.
• Ability to manage a small team and deliver strategic communications across multiple channels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and social media literacy (Instagram/Facebook/LinkedIn).

How to apply

Please complete the application form on our website.

Return your completed application form and enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager, by email at [e-mail]. For more information or to arrange a tour, please contact 01473 780201 or via email at [e-mail].

Closing date: 9 am, 3 November 2025.

Interviews: We may shortlist and interview candidates before the closing date if suitable applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

Safeguarding and recruitment notes

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to pre-employment screening, including an enhanced DBS, reference check and online searches prior to appointment.

Additional information

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