At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead communications for the WELL project, enhancing school standards and wellbeing.
- Company: Join a supportive council team dedicated to improving education for children and young people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fixed-term contract, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local schools and support disadvantaged pupils.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, social media, and IT skills; education knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 38220 - 39152 £ per year.
Location: Workington / Carlisle
Contract: Fixed Term (until 31st August 2027)
Salary: £38,220 to £39,152 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Who We’re Looking For
This opportunity is ideal for someone with excellent communication, social media and IT skills, who is organized, solution‑focused, and passionate about improving life chances for children and young people. An understanding of the education system would be beneficial, but is not essential.
About This Opportunity
Opportunity within the Council’s Learning Improvement Service (LIS), part of the Education and Skills Service, in partnership with schools, local services, Sellafield Ltd and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). This role supports the WELL project aimed at raising school standards, narrowing attainment gaps for disadvantaged pupils, building local expertise and promoting emotional wellbeing across 118 schools.
About The Role
- Lead on the project’s communications and outreach.
- Develop and coordinate communications activities to raise awareness.
- Plan, coordinate and support project and event deliveries.
- Collaborate with schools and partners to design, adapt and implement approaches that achieve measurable outcomes.
DBS Checks
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Guaranteed Interviews
Guaranteed interview to applicants who meet any of the following criteria:
- Disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
- In care or have left care and are aged 24 and under.
- Member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Leader and Age Friendly Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments, email.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 05/07/2026
Interview date: 15/07/2026
