Social Media and Comms Coordinator

Cognita Schools; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Cognita Schools is seeking a part-time Social Media and Communications Coordinator for Hydesville Tower School. In this role, you will manage social media, create engaging content, and support key publications. The ideal candidate will have experience in education and a passion for promoting school culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience

Aviva Pension

Free lunch provided during Term Time

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience managing social media and communications, ideally in education.
• Strong writing, digital, and visual design skills.
• A creative approach to promoting school life and culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow social media presence across platforms.
• Create compelling content that reflects the school’s values.
• Maintain the school website and assist in designing marketing materials.

Skills

Communication

Digital Design

Social Media Management

Writing

Tools

Canva

META Business Suite

LinkedIn

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The School

Hydesville Tower School has been delivering outstanding independent education for girls and boys aged 3 to 16 since 1952. Our nurturing environment, small class sizes, and strong pastoral care support exceptional academic outcomes and personal development across our Nursery, Prep, and Senior Schools.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Media and Communications Coordinator to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About The Role

We are looking for a creative and organised Social Media and Communications Coordinator to join our vibrant school community.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

• Manage and grow our social media presence across platforms.
• Create compelling content that reflects our school’s values and achievements.
• Support key publications, including newsletters, prospectuses, and handbooks.
• Collaborate with the Admissions Manager on events, open days, and tours
• Maintain the school website and help design marketing materials
• Contribute to marketing campaigns led by the Head and Pod Marketing Manager
  
  

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about sharing stories that inspire and inform.

This is a part time (3 days a week - Tuesday-Thursday) position which is Term Time Plus (43 weeks)

Who we are looking for:

• A confident communicator and self-starter
• Experience managing social media and communications, ideally in education
• Strong writing, digital, and visual design skills
• Proficiency in Canva, META Business Suite, LinkedIn, and Microsoft Office
• An eye for detail and a collaborative mindset
• A creative approach to promoting school life and culture
  
  

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Benefits At Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Aviva Pension
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional Development
  
  

How To Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 22nd June 2025.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.