PR and Communications Manager

North East Surrey College of Technology; Epsom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Further Education provider in Epsom seeks a communications leader to manage internal and external messaging. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, lead a team, and work closely with various departments. Experience within the education sector is a plus. The role is supported by numerous employee benefits including gym access and free parking. A commitment to safeguarding students is essential.

Benefits

Discounted on-site gym

Free online qualifications

Blue Light Discount

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing and verbal skills.
• Strong grasp of media trends.
• Experience in the Further Education sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications function with clear messaging.
• Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams.
• Enhance stakeholder engagement through effective communication.

Skills

Confident communicator

Digital communications knowledge

Experience leading teams

Strategic judgment

Job description

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Nescot is recognised as the ‘Employer of the year’ at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.

What we are looking for :

• Confident communicator with exceptional written and verbal skills, capable of translating complex information into clear, compelling messages that resonate across diverse stakeholder groups and aligns with Nescot’s culture and values.
• A strong grasp of digital communications, analytics, and media trends, along with sound strategic judgment to advise senior leaders and managers on communications and sensitive or high‑profile issues.
• Experience leading or developing small teams and a collaborative mindset that enables you to build strong relationships across departments and levels.
• Experience of working within the Further Education sector is desirable, but not essential.

Duties / responsibilities :

• Lead Nescot’s communications function, ensuring clear, engaging, and consistent messaging across all internal and external channels
• Work closely with the marketing team, curriculum departments, and the College Leadership Team (CLT)
• Establish and lead a professional communications function that supports collaboration, enhances visibility, and strengthens stakeholder engagement.

Benefits :

• A discounted on‑site gym, sports hall, fitness class, Starbucks, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5‑minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Blue Light Discount
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on‑site
• Eye care voucher

Nescot is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students “enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed”, and benefit from “highly supportive relationships” with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are “effective” with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place “an effective policy for safer recruitment.”

At Nescot, we’re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

This college is a smoke‑free campus—smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.

Closing date 9th January 2026

Interview date 21st January 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Nescot is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance.