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Marketing and Communications Officer, STEM LEARNING LTD
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Marketing and Communications Officer, STEM LEARNING LTD
Marketing and Communications Officer
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (dependent on experience)
The Marketing and Communications Officer plays a pivotal role in delivering clear, compelling and effective communication for a diverse range of audiences and programmes. This position is central to raising awareness of the full breadth of support offered by STEM Learning, using skilful tactical judgement across multiple channels to ensure messages land with impact.
Working closely with the Lead, the Officer will follow established business processes, champion continuous improvement, and help evidence the effectiveness of activity through regular performance reporting. Success in this role also relies on strong collaboration, contributing to seamless cross-working across the wider Marketing and Communications team.
Key Accountabilities
Manage and deliver marketing and communications activities:
- Deliver a full, aligned portfolio of digital and offline marketing, communications and PR activities
- Work with colleagues and partners to deliver effective, achievable communication plans
- Monitor marketing/communications activities in terms of performance, budget and return on investment
- Contribute to continuous evaluation and improvement of marketing/communications activities and support
- Monitor competitors and markets, and offer evidence of best practice and potential improvements
Shape and execute integrated marketing and communications campaigns:
- Deliver powerful, integrated campaigns that promote our organisation, brand and products
- Write all content in a confident, compelling and concise style, flexed to each medium
- Use data effectively to develop high-impact, personalised marketing/communications
- Find ways to improve marketing/communication by distilling and using insight from a range of sources
- Leverage existing content, research and events to maximise impact
Deliver a suite of communications support:
- Offer effective marketing/communications guidance, advice and training
- Share marketing/communications best practice
- Continuously evaluate and improve marketing/communications support provided
- Monitor the effectiveness of network marketing/communications activities
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Manage own performance and collaborate actively with colleagues:
- Ensure own activities are delivered to time, cost and quality to achieve plans and objectives
- Make use of feedback and coaching to improve skills and capabilities
- Review own performance on a regular basis and contribute positively to the performance review process
- Collaborate actively to share resource and expertise effectively
Other responsibilities:
- Ensure data protection, compliance and other STEM Learning policies are followed
- Act as a ‘voice of the customer’ in the business to ensure we are audience-led
- Develop and deliver training to internal and external stakeholders
- Represent Marketing and Communications at appropriate events, meetings and committees
- Keep professionally updated by undertaking CPD
- Undertake other duties that may reasonably be requested
Values
Successful candidates will demonstrate STEM Learning’s values:
- Sustainable: Use communication channels, platforms, and resources efficiently and responsibly to maximise reach and impact. Develop engaging content that showcases long-term benefits, celebrates success, and inspires young people, educators, and stakeholders. Promote activities that encourage positive change, including those linked to sustainable technologies and responsible practices to raise aspirations and build awareness of a more sustainable future.
- Innovative: Embrace new ideas, seek to continually improve processes, and foster a culture of creativity.
- Proactive: Be able to work independently and as part of a team to provide excellent marketing and communications content, and ensure tasks are completed.
Additional Notes:
- The role is York-based with occasional UK travel.
- During the probation period (4 months), attendance must be five days per week in the office. Upon passing probation, a minimum of three days in the office is required.
About Us
At STEM Learning, we work to improve lives through STEM education. We are a purpose-driven organisation that supports teachers through high-impact professional development, inspires young people to build confidence and curiosity in STEM, and connects schools with employers to grow the UK’s future talent. Guided by our values, we focus effort where it can make the greatest difference - helping all young people, regardless of background, to see themselves in STEM.
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Why Join Us
As a Marketing and Communications Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of STEM education, connecting students with industry leaders, and driving innovation in careers education.
Join STEM Learning to:
- Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike.
- Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers.
- Engage within a collaborative and dynamic work environment that promotes innovation and creativity.
- Have the opportunity for professional growth.
Our Benefits
- 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- An additional day off on your birthday and Christmas closure
- Access to an attractive pension scheme
- Full-time 37 hours per week
- Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave per year
- A comprehensive employee assistance programme
Visit our benefits brochure for more details about the benefits we offer.
Qualifications and How to Apply
Please visit our recruitment pages to apply by providing:
- Your up-to-date CV
- A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you would be the ideal candidate.
Closing Date:
Friday 17 July 2026 at 12:00pm.
Interviews:
Week commencing Monday 20 July 2026.
STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where everyone can be themselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee's voice is respected and valued.
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