Marketing and Communications Lead

STEM LEARNING LTD; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization focused on STEM education is seeking a Marketing and Communications Lead to enhance engagement and awareness of its services. This role involves strategic planning, campaign management, and team leadership, aimed at driving impactful communication across diverse audiences. Candidates should possess strong project management skills, marketing experience, and a degree or equivalent qualification. The position is based in the York office with a salary range of £36,000 – £38,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

30 days holidays plus bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Cycle to work loan scheme

Health cash back plans

Discounted vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering successful marketing and communication strategies.
• Able to tailor messaging to different audiences and platforms.
• Experience using digital tools and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of marketing activities.
• Create and deliver integrated campaigns.
• Evaluate performance of campaigns and report effectiveness.
• Line-manage and mentor Marketing and Communications Officers.
• Represent the organisation in meetings.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Digital tools

Writing and editing

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Degree or professional qualification

Tools

CMS

Email marketing

Social media

Job description

Marketing and Communications Lead
Location:York office, with some WFH availability
Hours:Full time 37 hours per week
Salary:£36,000 – £38,000 dependent on experience

STEM Learning is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing and Communications Lead to drive awareness and foster engagement within our comprehensive range of support services for schools, colleges, employers, and partners.

This role is pivotal to the successful delivery of a key funded contract, requiring a sharp focus on communication impact, stakeholder engagement, and demonstrating value for money through effective marketing strategy and execution.

You will work across teams to create high-impact campaigns, manage digital platforms, and shape our messaging to diverse audiences through compelling, data-driven communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of digital and offline marketing, communications, and PR activities.
• Create and deliver integrated campaigns that raise the profile of STEM Learning and its services.
• Manage communications channels, digital platforms and content delivery.
• Evaluate the performance of campaigns and report on return on investment and budget effectiveness.
• Support and guide colleagues and partners in best practice marketing and communications.
• Line-manage and mentor Marketing and Communications Officers.
• Work collaboratively with other Leads and the Senior Lead on strategy and planning.
• Represent the organisation in key stakeholder meetings and ensure adherence to brand, data protection, and quality standards.

Please take a look at the fullRole Profileto find out more!

About You

Candidates will demonstrate our values:Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive

You’ll be a forward-thinking and creative marketing and communications professional, with:

• A degree or professional qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering successful marketing and communication strategies.
• Strong writing and editing skills, able to tailor messaging to different audiences and platforms.
• Experience using digital tools and platforms (e.g. CMS, email marketing, social media).
• Excellent project and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop team members.
• A passion for education, communications, and making a meaningful impact.

About us

STEM Learning Ltd is a unique, not-for-profit organisation which aims to improve lives through STEM education for every young person in the UK, regardless of their background.

We are proud to be the largest UK resource for supporting STEM teaching and learning through the provision of continuous professional development courses, resources, STEM Ambassador volunteers, online communities, and a wealth of other enhancement and enrichment activities. We do this in partnership with a wide range of organisations and individuals.

Our York office is situated on the beautiful campus of the University of York with easy travel links into and out of the city.

Our benefits

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Access to an excellent pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more
• Excellent learning and professional development opportunities to enhance career development for all staff, at all levels, and all stages of their career.

Next Steps

For more information and to apply visit our website.

The closing date for applications isWednesday September 10th at 9am.

STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.

We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.