Head of Marketing and Communications. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Only FE; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Blackburn is seeking a Head of Marketing and Communications to lead their marketing efforts. This role involves managing student recruitment, branding, and communications. The ideal candidate should possess a degree and a Level 4 marketing qualification, along with proven experience in executing effective marketing strategies and campaigns. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with various departments to enhance the college's visibility and recruitment success.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with a marketing specific qualification.
• Experience in writing and communicating effective marketing strategies.
• Proven understanding of various marketing channels including online and social advertising.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver effective marketing and school liaison activities.
• Take responsibility for student recruitment, branding, and reputation management.
• Coordinate campaigns and events for marketing activities.

Skills

Writing effective marketing strategies

Communication skills

Experience in social media marketing

Leadership skills

Brand management

Education

Marketing qualification at Level 4 or above

Degree level education

Tools

Marketing analytics tools

Social media platforms

Job description

Head of Marketing and Communications

Close date 25/01/2026

Salary £60,000 gross per annum

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to become an integral part of a brilliant education business making a real impact on the lives and opportunities of young people? This could be the role for you!

We are one of the largest colleges with a University Centre in England, hosting over 7,500 students on our state-of-the-art campus across a wide range of areas including Apprenticeships, Technical, A-Level, and Degree-level programmes. If you are looking for a role that focuses on delivering

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced marketing professional to manage and deliver effective marketing and school liaison activities that support the growth and success of the College. Leading the Marketing and School Liaison team, you will take responsibility for student recruitment, branding, communications, and reputation management through hands‑on delivery and coordination of campaigns and events. You will work closely with colleagues across the College to ensure marketing activities are implemented efficiently and consistently, while supporting the team’s development through clear guidance and collaborative leadership.

What we are looking for

Applications are invited from candidates who are educated to degree level with a marketing specific qualification at Level 4 or above. You will have experience of writing and communicating effective marketing strategies, plans and reports alongside a proven understanding of marketing, including print, media, online and social advertising. You should have a successful track record of exceeding recruitment/sales targets and experience of creating and executing successful lead generation campaigns, preferably via social media.

Interviews to take place on Wednesday 11 February 2026

Please press apply and we shall send full details.