Communications and Engagement Officer

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Job Description :

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COMMUNICATIONS &

ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

Job specification pack

Welcome to

Big Creative AcademyBig Creative Academy (BCA) is a specialist

creative arts college for 16-19 year olds based

in Walthamstow, E17.

Our intent is to provide young creatives from

diverse backgrounds with the entrepreneurial skills

and academic knowledge to have a powerful impact

in the creative industries.

Through access to higher education and the

development of cultural capital we will provide

students with the attitude and resilience to

succeed.

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As an organisation we provide a supportive,

developmental environment with a creative

and innovative approach to education. Choosing

to work for BCA will enable you to be part of a

successful organisation that offer a good work-

life balance to all employees, which includes

a flexible working approach, a friendly, positive

and purposeful working environment, and

plenty of opportunities for social interaction

between colleagues

We are a values-led organisation, award-winning in

equality, diversity, and inclusion and a best practice

college for LGBTQ+.

We work with integrity

and passion, and are fiercely committed to

creating a truly meaningful work environment,

where individuals are empowered with the

tools, technology, and training to unleash

their full potential.

This is an exciting time to join BCA. We moved into

our £21m new building in January with all

new industry-standard studios and equipment.

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We have 440 young people per year enrolled onto

our Level 3 vocational programmes, and learners

take qualifications in maths and English if needed.

We have a job centre on site for learners and a

sister organisation, Big Creative Training, offering

apprenticeships. Progression outcomes for

students are filling local skills needs for a growing

creative arts sector.

The majority of our staff are dual practitioners,

teaching their professional craft. This makes BCA

an innovative environment in which to work.

Together with our industry ambassadors and

patron, Emeli Sande, all of our programmes are

industry led and forward thinking.

Benefits of working for BCA

• Flexible Fridays, half day, to provide work-life

balance

• Employee assistance programme

• Research-based professional development

• Supportive, caring and developmental

environment with full staff wellbeing

programme

• Excellent career development opportunities

and performance recognition

• Staff social events

• Gym facilities for staff use

• Cycle to work scheme

Sacha Corcoran, MBE (Principal)

I'm really proud of the team at Big Creative Academy all working together to provide the best education possible for our learners.

Our values are incredibly important to us and we look forward to welcoming you into the Big Creative family.

- Kindness - Respect - Inclusivity - Authenticity - Integrity -

What our learners

and graduates say 96% of learners at BCA say their overall experience

is good. Here's what they had to say

“The teachers always find time to help.”

“I love the small class sizes, and the fun environment created.”

“I get to do something I love with other people who have the same interests as me.”

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Not only did the college give us

the tools and knowledge to succeed,

they prepared us for life as creatives

of the future.

Georgia

If it wasn't for BCA there's no way I would have become the person

I am today. Thanks for helping

me find myself!”Amani

Job Description &

Person Specification

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Post Title: COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

• Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum

• Basis: Full Time (35 hours per week)

• Weeks: 52 weeks

• Start Date: 2 September

• Reporting to: Marketing Manager

• Location: Big Creative Academy, Clifton Avenue, E17 6HL

• Annual leave: 30 days per annum

Purpose of the role:

Big Creative Academy's mission is to create careers, supporting young people onto the next steps. After completing a course here students will be able to move into employment in the creative arts, secure an

apprenticeship or go to university so that they can make a living from their passion.

We are seeking a creative, strategic and proactive Communications & Engagement Officer to lead on internal

and external communications, alumni engagement, influencer outreach, and reputation building for Big

Creative Education (BCE).

You will help raise the profile of BCE by producing and managing impactful communications, growing our

alumni network, building backlinks for SEO, and working with influencers, industry partners, and press. You

will also help coordinate cross-departmental messaging and support campaign delivery across our Academy

and Training branches.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement BCE's internal and external communication strategy to improve brand awareness.
• Develop and manage an alumni strategy to celebrate success stories, promote progression and build

advocacy.

• Co-ordinate press and PR opportunities for across BCE
• Written content for website, SEO, socials, PR and other documents as required.

Key Duties:

Communications

• Write, edit and coordinate content for emails, newsletters, announcements, and press releases
• To co-ordinate and produce official documentation for external communications, including proof-

reading

• Produce and maintain BCE's tone of voice and brand guidelines across platforms.
• Monitor and respond to relevant public, local, and industry news.

Alumni Engagement

• Launch and manage an alumni LinkedIn Group and email campaigns.
• Track and report alumni activity to inform impact and marketing.

Influencer & Industry Outreach

• Identify and build relationships with relevant influencers, creators and creatives from our student base

and local creative industries.

• Coordinate press opportunities, speaking engagements for members of staff and feature stories.

Events

• Lead and coordinate PR events for the marketing team.
• Attend school careers fairs, open evenings and other student recruitment events as required.
• Assist and promote the Academy as a venue for external hire

Digital & SEO

• SEO writing for website content while maintaining the college's tone of voice and values.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager on growing backlinks and domain authority through

partnerships and PR placements.

• Research and pitch digital content to relevant industry blogs, education platforms and partner

networks.

• Assist in campaign copy and tracking performance via Google Analytics and UTM links.

Team & Collaboration

• Work closely with content and education teams to ensure consistency of messaging across social,

digital and print.

• Assist in shaping campaign messaging across departments including recruitment, curriculum and

employer engagement.

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In addition the postholder is expected to:

• Work towards achieving Big Creative Academy's mission and actively participate in our culture, striving

towards outstanding teaching and learning, promoting wellbeing and bringing industry into the

classroom

• Travel to and meet with key stakeholders as appropriate to the role

• Undertake continuous professional development including research projects and a bespoke annual

plan

• Actively promote equality and anti-racism at all times

• Carry out duties at all times with due regard to Big Creative Academy's policies, including

safeguarding, health and safety and data protection and participate in training as required

• To comply with and promote the Academy's safeguarding policies

• Work flexibly and to undertake any other duties that may reasonably allocated by the line manager,

which may include working occasional evenings and weekends

Person SpecificationA - Application I - Interview

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ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED DESIRABLEMETHOD OF

ASSESSMENT

Education and Qualifications

An undergraduate degree X A

Qualifications in English and maths equivalent to GCSE

Grade 4/C/Level 2

X A

Qualification or accreditation in marketing or journalism X A

Knowledge and Skills

Excellent copywriting and communication skills X A

Strong organisation, time management and attention to

detail

X I

An excellent standard of written English X A

Comfortable working across diverse stakeholders,

including young people and external partners

X A

Knowledge of further education or creative industries X I

Experience

SEO writing or link-building experience X I

Proven experience in marketing, communications, PR or

community management

X A

Experience of leading high profile events X A

Understanding of CMS platforms for website content and

updates X I

Familiarity with LinkedIn, Mailchimp and digital outreach

best practices

X I

Commitment

High professional standards and personal integrity, with

high expectations of self and others

X I

Able to work collaboratively as part of a team, to deliver

shared outputs

X I

Able to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under

pressure X I

Take initiative and innovate to drive continuous

improvement

X I

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How to apply

To apply you must write a letter of application to . This must include a supporting

statement that evidences your experience matched to the accountabilities and person specification of the job

role.

Closing date for application is 15th of June .

Interviews will be held in w/c 23rd of June .

Safeguarding

BCA operates safer recruitment practice in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education regulations. Please

expect the highest level of scrutiny and background checks. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references

being obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. New members of staff

cannot start their positions until these

documents are in place.

Warner Interviews

As a values led organisation we conduct Warner interviews as part of our

recruitment process. These are designed to help us understand your own

values and motivation for working with the specific cohort of young people

we serve. We recommend that you research this interview technique

should you be invited to attend an interview.

What our staff say

I like the progressive nature of the

college and how we are always looking

to expand and offer a more rounded

experience for the learners.

The best part of my role is being able

to make a positive difference to the

lives of many, supporting our young

people in seeing their potential.

There is fantastic communication

between members of staff and

the management team.

I feel supported and encouraged

in my role, inspired to continue

working to deliver high quality

and engaging material.

The staff get on well with each other

and work together positively to benefit

the organisation.

Lovely working environment with a

supportive team and great students.

What we do, individually, and overall,

makes a huge impact on the lives

of these young people and

empowers them.

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I like the collaborative culture and

genuine care for staff, with time

and energy invested.

BCA is a small organisation with

a big heart and a great mission

to develop learners from

disadvantaged communities.

I am trusted by my manager to use

initiative and develop my area as

I see fit. I feel trusted and valued

in my ideas and opinions.

The environment at BCA is a huge

stand out to me. The staff are diverse

so it makes me feel very comfortable

at work.

The absolutely fantastic team of staff

that I work with - we all come from different walks of life yet share the

same creative interests and goals

in improving learner's experience and their lives in general.

The community feel to our college

is second to none.

BCA is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes

applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to

safeguarding all learners enrolled on our programmes and appointment

of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references being

obtained, and an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.