School Relationship Manager

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Birmingham is seeking a Schools Relationship Manager to lead communications across educational settings. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic communications and stakeholder engagement, with a graduate-level qualification. This role offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. Join us to make a significant impact on Birmingham’s education landscape.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Access to talent development programmes

Inclusive workplace initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in stakeholder engagement and strategic communications.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of the UK education system and local government.

Responsibilities

• Lead Directorate-wide communications strategy and campaigns.
• Advise senior leaders on messaging and engagement.
• Oversee digital content across online platforms.
• Manage high-profile events and engagement activities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic communications

Exceptional writing skills

Digital communication skills

Project management

Cultural competence

Education

Graduate-level qualification

Job description

Schools Relationship Manager

Permanent

Grade D - £45,091 – £53,460

Working 36.5 hours per week

Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for education and stakeholder engagement? Birmingham City Council is seeking a dynamic School Relationship Manager to lead and shape communications across our schools and education settings.

About the Role

As School Relationship Manager, you'll be at the heart of our School Improvement team, driving impactful messaging and fostering strong relationships with over 444 schools, strategic partners, and internal stakeholders. You'll lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive communications strategy that reflects the Council’s values and supports our shared priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Directorate-wide communications strategy and campaigns
• Advise senior leaders and the Director of Children’s Services on messaging and engagement
• Oversee digital content, including the School Noticeboard and online platforms
• Coordinate cross-agency communications with partners like Birmingham Children’s Trust and Public Health
• Manage high-profile events and engagement activities
• Line manage the Family Hub Coordinator

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with:

• A graduate-level qualification or significant communications experience
• Proven expertise in stakeholder engagement and strategic communications
• Exceptional writing, verbal, and digital communication skills
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Cultural competence and a commitment to inclusive communications
• Knowledge of the UK education system and local government environment

Why Join Us?

At Birmingham City Council, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. We offer flexible working arrangements, vibrant staff networks, and access to talent development programmes. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Safeguarding Commitment

Although this role does not require a safeguarding check, all staff are expected to uphold our safeguarding principles and contribute to a safe and supportive environment for children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Ready to make a difference in Birmingham’s education landscape?
Apply now and help shape the future of school communications.

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, andwe arecommitted to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there is any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

For any informal enquires please contact: [e-mail]

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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