PR & Content Manager

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit*

Job title: PR & Content Manager

Location: Hybrid (Home & Manchester office 1 day per week.)

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Contract: Permanent

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

JOB PURPOSE

Provide hands-on support to Senior PR Manager in strengthening and maintaining the profile and reputation of the business through the delivery of proactive and responsive PR activity across a range of channels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement approved PR strategies that enhance and protect the business reputation across all external communications.
• Draft press releases, media statements, award entries and briefing materials to support proactive campaigns and manage reactive responses.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends providing insights and recommendations to inform messaging.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to draft thought leadership, opinion articles and coordinate responses to sector consultations and policy developments.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing & operations) to align messaging and ensure consistency across external communications.
• Lead the relationship with external UK PR agency to ensure alignment with PR strategy, organisational objectives and timely delivery of outputs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, journalists and key opinion leaders to secure positive coverage and manage media enquiries.
• Support the business with crisis communications by preparing timely, accurate responses and advising internal stakeholders.
• Ad-hoc copywriting and content support as required.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL:

• Minimum 4 years proven experience in a PR, communications / content role in an inhouse or agency environment.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms.
• Strong understanding of media relations and solid experience managing press office functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work-independently in a fast-paced environment.

DESIRABLE

• Experience within education, public sector or not-for-profit.
• Familiarity with the UK political landscape and policymaking progress.

Why join Outcomes First Group?

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.

There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Our Vision

Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.

Our Mission

We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.

Our Promise

We Listen.
We never assume.

We work together.
To make the remarkable happen.

We are accountable.
To each other and for one another.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.