Job Description

Looking for your next big move in marketing? Want to make a real difference in people's lives while doing creative, meaningful work?


East Sussex College Group is on the lookout for a Deputy Marketing Manager to help lead our talented team, shape bold campaigns, and tell the stories that inspire future students.


This is your chance to be part of something truly rewarding; working in a friendly, forward-thinking environment where every day brings something new.

This exciting role will include:

As our Deputy Marketing Manager, you'll be the go-to person for managing exciting campaigns, supporting our brilliant team, and helping to build the College's brand across Sussex and beyond. From social media strategy to open events, email campaigns to printed materials -- you'll be involved in it all.


You'll work closely with the Director of Marketing to turn plans into action, keeping projects on track and bringing fresh ideas to the table. Whether you're leading a team meeting, planning a school outreach event, or analysing campaign results, you'll be playing a big part in helping people discover their future at ESC. Leading in some of the delivery of creative campaigns across web, social, email and print


Supporting and mentoring marketing staff and Student Ambassadors Creating engaging content that grabs attention and drives results Representing the college at open days, careers fairs and school visits Helping shape internal and external communications across the Group Using insight and data to track performance and guide decisions Working with external partners like photographers, videographers and printers Stepping in for the Director of Marketing as and when required.

If you can demonstrate the following then we'd love to hear from you:

A degree (or similar) in Marketing, Communications, Events, Design or a related field Experience running successful campaigns and events across multiple channels Confidence managing or supporting others in a team Great communication skills - written and verbal A good knowledge of digital marketing tools and techniques

Closing date: 18th June 2025

Interview Date:

TBC

College location:

Cross College

Annual salary: Circa 41,000

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours:

Full Time - 37 Hours / 52 Weeks

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.


At East Sussex College, you'll be part of a welcoming and forward-thinking organisation, committed to making a positive impact through education. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead exciting projects, grow your skills, and help shape the future of our marketing.


Apply today and take the next step in your career.

To Apply and view the & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email

peopleservices@escg.ac.uk

. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a people-centric, values-driven, ambitious and inclusive Further Education College with over 1,300 colleagues and over 5500 students.

We offer a broad curriculum including A Levels, T-levels, work based, 14-19, HE and adult programmes with campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes and Newhaven. This is an exciting time to join us as we grow and develop even stronger pathways for our students and communities.

(ESC PROUD VALUES) POSITIVITY - RESPECT - OPPORTUNITY - UNITY - DIVERSITY

East Sussex College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Application & Safeguarding process:


We are committed to ensuring our colleague recruitment process is accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please get in touch with people services who will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptions (peopleservices@escg.ac.uk).

Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK, work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Prior to interview all shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form (including explanation of any gaps in employment), a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form and we will carry out an online check.

Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role at a college if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

If offered a role with us, as part of our pre-employment checks an enhanced DBS, references and evidence of qualifications will be required.

Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

DEIB commitment (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging):


We embrace the individuality of every person in our community.

We continue to cultivate a people-centric culture where everyone in our college can be their authentic selves, welcoming broad perspectives and implementing initiatives to continue ensuring the college is an equitable and inclusive workplace.

The college is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities, considering positive action and reasonable adjustments to address any under-representation where suitable.

ESC particularly encourages applications from black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities, males and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ who are currently under represented staff groups.

Recruitment Agencies


We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.