Job Description

About EMBS

EMBS is a values-led education provider supporting young people and adults to progress into education, training, and employment. We work with 16-19 learners, learners with EHCPs, school referrals, and adult learners. Our approach is inclusive, relational, and rooted in helping people move forward with confidence.

Purpose of the Role

The Communications & Development Officer is a hands-on, practical role focused on telling the EMBS story, building relationships, and helping learners, partners, and funders understand what we do.

You will be out and about meeting people, creating content, updating information, supporting recruitment, and helping EMBS grow its reach and impact. This role suits someone who enjoys doing, connecting with others, and making things happen day to day.

The role will involve working across our Oxford and Banbury sites, with regular travel to partner organisations, events, and outreach activities.

A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential

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Key Responsibilities

Communications & Marketing

Keep the EMBS website up to date, clear, and welcoming Create regular content for social media, newsletters, and promotions Take photos and short videos of activities, learners (with consent), and events Write friendly, accessible content that reflects EMBS values Support open days, enrolment periods, and learner recruitment activity

Engagement & Relationship Building

Build and maintain positive relationships with schools and colleges, local authorities and referrers, employers, community groups, and partners Attend meetings, events, and networking opportunities to raise EMBS's profile Follow up enquiries and referrals in a timely, professional way

Learner Recruitment & Outreach

Support recruitment by promoting courses and opportunities Help identify new referral pathways and outreach opportunities Capture feedback, case studies, and learner stories (sensitively and ethically)

Development & Funding Support

Support funding and development work by:

Gathering information, evidence, and impact data Helping draft sections of funding bids or reports Maintaining simple records of contacts, partnerships, and outcomes

Administration & Compliance

Liaise with designers, printers, or media support when needed Ensure communications follow safeguarding, GDPR, and consent requirements Track engagement activity and provide simple updates on what's working
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 25,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person