Marketing Officer
37 hours per week / Term Time Only Plus 2 Weeks
Band G - NJC scp 19 (£29,780) to scp 24 (£31,568)
Location: South Wirral High School, Eastham, Wirral, CH62 8EH
Are you a creative communicator with a passion for digital marketing, design and storytelling? Are you ready to help shape the future of a forward-thinking school through powerful branding, community engagement and innovative campaigns?
South Wirral High School is seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer to take the lead in promoting our school’s values, achievements and ambitions. You will play a vital role in strengthening our profile in the local community, supporting student recruitment, and helping generate alternative income through lettings, grant bids and partnerships.
About the Role

You’ll be involved in a wide range of creative and strategic activities, including:

• Developing and delivering the school’s marketing and communications strategy
• Creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, print and web
• Managing and updating the school website with SEO-friendly content
• Promoting and managing school lettings, events, and opportunities for partnership working
• Designing visual materials and managing brand identity across platforms
• Supporting student recruitment through open evenings, tours and feeder school engagement
• Building relationships with the local press and community partners

You’ll work closely with the School Business Manager and Leadership Team to ensure that our marketing approach supports school improvement and generates positive engagement.
About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in marketing, digital communications or design
• Creative, with strong copywriting and visual storytelling skills
• Proficient in tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite and website CMS platforms
• Organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Confident in using social media, analytics and digital marketing tools
• A strong communicator, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders

Experience working in a school or education setting is desirable but not essential. A passion for education and a desire to make a difference is an essential.
We are part of The Challenge Academy Trust, to learn more about the trust please visit www.tcat.uk.com.
For more information on this role, please contact Sharon Jones – HR Manager – recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.
Closing Date – 18th September 2025
Successful Applicants will be notified by 22nd September
Interviews Interviews will take place week commencing 22nd September 2025
Method of Application Download an application form from our website here: https://southwirral.wirral.sch.uk/vacancies/
Please send completed application forms and a letter of application to recruitment@southwirral.wirral.sch.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,780.00-£31,568.00 per year
Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details