Communications Executive

The Vacancy

Communications Executive

Salary: Up to £25,250 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 37 per week

Contract Type: Permanent 

Site: Lancashire Adult Learning

Closing Date: Sunday 24 November 2024

Interview Date: TBC

‘Would you like to be part of a team that aims to create the extraordinary?’

Our Organisation

This role is advertised by NCC Professional Services. Part of Nelson and Colne College Group, NCC Professional Services provides expert business support services to the wider College Group. 

Lancashire Adult Learning is an Adult Education College providing opportunities for individuals to learn, develop, work and prosper, at all stages of life. The College is focused on making Lancashire a place where everyone matters; a place where everyone can enjoy equal and quality life chances and be respected in their communities.

The Exciting Role 

The College Group is looking for a Communications Executive to join our expanding Marketing and Communications Team. This role will be predominantly based at Lancashire Adult Learning however flexibility is required in this role as the successful candidate will also be required to travel across any of the College campuses (Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College).

What You Will Be Doing:

•   Supporting the Head of Communications in the delivery the Group’s communication strategies to support learner attraction and protect and enhance reputation.

•   Developing engaging content across multiple channels including press releases, web copy, case studies, blog posts, email and campaign copy. 

•   Co-ordinating media calls and pitching for media interviews.

•   Developing and delivering creative and engaging media and communications campaigns. 

•   Contributing to department reports evidencing the impact of all communications activity.

•   Working with the Head of Communications to deliver an internal communication strategy for colleagues to increase engagement and understanding of the organisational vision and business priorities. 

•   Working closely with the marketing team to manage content for NCCG’s digital channels, including websites, social channels and SEO.  

•   Drafting award entries to celebrate the success of our learners and colleagues and raise the profile of the Group. 

•   Use innovative multimedia channels to engage and enthuse key audiences and stakeholders across the Group.

What We Are Looking For:

•   Degree Level Qualification in a relevant field.

•   Experience of dealing with the media.  

•   Experience of delivering impactful integrated communications campaigns. 

•   Experience of using analytics tools to measure the impact of communications activity. 

•   Experience of creating engaging content across multiple channels for a wide and diverse audience. 

•   Experience of internal communications. 

What We Offer in Return:

•   Generous annual leave entitlement increasing to a maximum of 28 days (with service), plus Bank Holidays and closure days – totalling 41 days per year.

•   Access to a workplace pension scheme – with employer contributions of 5%. 

•   Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits.

•   A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.

•   Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards.

•   Free on-site parking on all College sites. 

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*

All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.

The Company

The Nelson and Colne College Group is an Ofsted Outstanding Further Education College with a high performance and ambitious culture.

The Group was born in November 2018 with the successful merger between Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College. Prior to that, pan-Lancashire adult community learning provider, Lancashire Adult Learning, became part of the family in 2016.

We are home to 2,400 16-18 year old A Level and vocational students, 16,500 adult learners, 1,300 Apprentices and 400 Higher Education students.

Expertly led by Principal and CEO Lisa O'Loughlin, the College Group delivers year on year improvement, growth and most importantly, highly successful students and Apprentices.

The success of our communities, employers, partners and economy is key to all that we do. We have forged valuable partnerships and a shared vision with like-minded organisations and individuals, creating a network of opportunity and excellence.

Our highly skilled staff are committed to raising and supporting aspirations, providing social mobility and an essential talent pool for the local, regional and national economy.

The Benefits

• Pay & Conditions
• Rewards & Recognition
• Facilities & Working Environment
• Professional Development
• Health & Wellbeing
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion