Regional Public Relations Officer & Clerk to Governors
Job Ref No. ECC2141-142S | Position Type: Administration | Pay Range: £20,176 per annum | Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 | Contract Type: Part-time | Contract Term: Permanent | Application Close: 22/06/2026
Based at Hylands School, Chelmsford, Essex. Working in the region's primary schools with hybrid working options. Expected to travel to the Essex primary schools in line with business requirements; travel cost will be remunerated per the Trust's travel policy.
Role: Part‑time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30‑15:30 with flexibility for late afternoon meetings. Availability must support a flexible working pattern.
As part of a dual role, you will promote the professional image of our academies and provide procedural guidance to our Local Governing Bodies.
Key Responsibilities
* Public Relations, Marketing & Communications
o Act as the brand gatekeeper for all public‑facing documents, ensuring academies’ brand standards are adhered to.
o Map out and deliver the academies’ marketing strategy across the academic year (events, admissions, open days).
o Manage the academies’ social media platforms and maintain website content, ensuring safeguarding and statutory requirements.
o Collaborate with local communities to increase cohesion.
o Work with the Director of Opportunity and SLT to identify funding sources and prepare bids.
o Manage lettings at each academy as day‑to‑day point of contact.
* Governance and Clerking
o Advise Local Governing Bodies on core functions, regulatory framework, governance legislation, and procedural matters.
o Prepare focused agendas, coordinate papers, ensure meetings are quorate, and draft accurate minutes.
o Ensure statutory policies are in place and updated, and update GIAS websites.
o Maintain up‑to‑date records of governors, including expiry of terms and pecuniary interests.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Strong experience in communications, copywriting or public relations.
* Experience carrying out complex administrative tasks.
* Working knowledge of marketing procedures and practices.
* Excellent verbal and written communication, strong listening skills.
* High level of ICT proficiency (design packages, Google Suite, MS Office, website updates).
* Ability to plan, organise, prioritise workloads under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Excellent attention to detail, aligned with brand standards.
* English and Maths at GCSE/Standard Grade or equivalent (Grade 4/C or above).
Benefits
* Part‑time contract (32.5 hours per week) with flexible hours.
* Hybrid working options.
* Travel remuneration per Trust travel policy.
* Career development opportunities within the Trust.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of protected characteristic.
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