Job Description

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About the job:

As Communications Officer at the Education and Training Foundation (ETF), you'll play a key role in raising the visibility and reputation of ETF and its programmes. You'll lead internal communications, create engaging content across channels, support media and PR activity, and contribute to stakeholder engagement and public affairs

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Your profile

You're a creative and strategic communicator with a passion for storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and media relations. You are confident managing multiple priorities, and bring a strong understanding of communications channels, public affairs, and digital content creation. You're committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the values of the Further Education sector.

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The successful candidate will have:

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a similar role. Experience in writing and adapting content for web, media and publications. Strong understanding of public affairs and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to plan, monitor and evaluate communication campaigns. Experience in media relations, including pitching and press release writing. Knowledge of digital tools and social media engagement.


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If you are an exceptional candidate who would like to make an impact and enjoy working in a vibrant and cooperative environment, we welcome your application.

Applicants should apply by submitting a CV and cover letter (2 pages maximum), outlining your experience and relevant qualifications of the person specification.

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Information

Starting Salary: 37,150 per annum to start, with service and performance related progression. Contract type: Full-time and fixed term until 31 July 2026 Location: London Victoria / Hybrid Deadline for applications:

29 September 2025

ETF reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.

Please note that we are unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Therefore, successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.

ETF is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of, which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.

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Benefits:

Generous holiday entitlement (28.5 days) - Plus 3 closure days' in between the Christmas and the New Year period 8 Bank Holidays London Allowance of 1,000 per annum (if eligible) for hybrid working London office based staff to support commuting costs Pension Scheme provided by Aviva (Employer = 6% / Employee = 2%) Life Assurance (4 x basic salary upon death in service) Group income protection SimplyHealth Cash Plan (Enables you to get reimbursed 100s for optical, dental, physio and other day-to-day health costs, plus health and wellbeing discounts (for all directly employed staff). Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Help@Hand Staff Training and Development Work-life balance policies / Flexible Working / TOIL Volunteering leave - 5 days in total (3 days paid and 2 days unpaid) Generous sick pay Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave CPD Opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Access to our onsite gym (chargeable at 4.99 for a day pass, 12.99 for a week pass or "26 per month) - TruConnect BHN Extra Discounts - Great savings over 100 brands
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About us

Every day, educators and leaders across the Further Education (FE) and Skills sector inspire curiosity, drive progress and empower learners to achieve their potential. The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) is here to champion the vital role of the FE and Skills workforce. Working in partnership, we drive professionalism by setting the professional standards for the quality of teaching and leadership across the sector. We provide educators with a pathway of professional development throughout their careers, champion inclusion and enable sector change for a thriving FE and Skills sector. Together, we are transforming lives and opportunities for learners aged 14 and above.