Media and Communications Manager

Join to apply for the Media and Communications Manager role at Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) Join to apply for the Media and Communications Manager role at Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) provided pay range This range is provided by Education Endowment Foundation (EEF). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Media and Communications Manager Central London (with hybrid working) About Us The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement. We do this by supporting schools, colleges, and nurseries to improve teaching and learning through better use of evidence. We generate research evidence on effective practice in supporting learning outcomes and narrowing the socioeconomic attainment gap, and we work with education professionals to ensure this evidence is applied to achieve the maximum possible benefit for children and young people. The EEF’s reach and impact has been tremendous: the English education system is now one of the most evidence-informed in the world. Over half of state primary and secondary schools have taken part in an EEF-funded trial, and 70% of all school leaders use the Teaching and Learning Toolkit to inform their decision-making. We are now looking for a Media and Communications Manager to join us on a full-time basis, working 40 hours per week, for a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave. The Benefits – Salary of £46,000 per annum – Flexible start and end working times (core hours between 10am and 4pm) – Flexible working opportunities – 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays including 3 which can be taken flexibly) – 6% employer pension contributions, minimum 3% employee contribution – Life insurance cover – Interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme – Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay (conditions apply) – Confidential Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with any personal and professional problems This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled communications and media professional or an individual from an education background to join our evidence-led organisation. You’ll have the chance to support disadvantaged children to help level their playing fields and ensure they are successful throughout their lives. What’s more, you’ll be able to broaden your professional portfolio in a high-impact role, gaining invaluable experience with a respected charity at the forefront of educational research and policy. So, if you\’re ready to use your communications expertise to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. The Role As our Media and Communications Manager, you’ll lead on shaping and delivering impactful communications that champion our mission. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, including senior leadership, you will co-ordinate communications plans, amplify EEF-funded research, and maintain our strong reputation in the education sector. You’ll secure high-impact media coverage, draft press releases, pitch stories to national and trade media, and prepare EEF spokespeople for public engagement. A key focus will be ensuring our messages reach teachers, school leaders, and early years settings with clarity and relevance. Additionally, you will: – Directly manage the Digital Communications Officer and guide content planning – Oversee the communications planning grid and evaluate the success of campaigns – Ensure all published materials reflect our house style and messaging – Maintain strong relationships with grantees, evaluators, and media contacts – Support internal communications and stakeholder co-ordination around major launches About You To be considered as our Media and Communications Manager, you will need: – Experience working in a communications or media role and/or in an education-setting – Excellent written communication and editing skills – Outstanding relationship management abilities – A genuine interest in the education sector for 2-19 year olds in England All EEF staff are subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The level shall be a “Basic” level check. The closing date for this role is 3rd July 2025. First stage interviews will be held on 11th July 2025 with second stage on 17th July 2025. Other organisations may call this role PR Manager, Public Relations Manager, Media Relations Manager, Communications Lead, External Affairs and Media Manager, Communications and Engagement Manager, or Media Engagement Manager. Webrecruit and the Education Endowment Foundation are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to help shape the future of education as a Media and Communications Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. 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