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New City College is seeking an experienced, highly capable and innovative Group Digital Manager to lead on the college’s online strategies and presence, and manage the crucial interface between the college’s courses, our applicants and students.
New City College is an outstanding, sector-leading further education college. One of the largest colleges in the country, with proven expertise across curriculum and business support areas as well as whole-college initiatives including sustainability and practitioner-led research. As our Group Digital Manager you will grasp our wide-ranging activities in order to communicate and promote them. This role is crucial to meeting student recruitment and income targets as well as maintaining the college’s positive external and internal reputation.
Needless to say, you will have proven experience in managing complex websites and digital campaigns. You will understand SEO and Gen AI search optimisation and want to stay one step ahead of the game in this fast-moving sphere to optimise UX and conversion. You’ll also lead on our digital learner journey mapping and implementation making sure that applicants get all the information they need to prepare them for enrolment and success with NCC.
Of course you’ll love crunching data to inform improved outcomes to your and your team’s work but you’re also a people person. As well as developing and managing your own small team you will share your passion and expertise across the wider college marketing team and beyond so you need to be an experienced and natural leader and influencer. As a member of the marketing team you will also represent the team and college at student recruitment and corporate events and get involved in other exciting activity as required.
At New City College we work hard, with focus and accountability. We work on campus as one team which places students first; this is not a wfh role. Your achievements and contribution to the college team will be recognised and appreciated.
What We Offer:
1. Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
2. Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
3. On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
4. Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
5. Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
6. Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
Find out more:
See the job description for an outline of the role, which will evolve and develop in line with organisational and external drivers and priorities.
Interviews will take place provisionally w/c 18th May 2026
About New City College:
NCC is the Ofsted Outstanding dynamic group of further education colleges in East London which comprises campuses across Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Redbridge, Epping Forest and Havering, and language schools in Oxford and Bournemouth. Our student body is about 50% 16-18 and 50% adult, with significant A Level, vocational, ESOL and SEND provision. Our 7-college merger places the group at the forefront of further education in the region. With a turnover of £130m, 30,000 students and 2000 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential further education organisations in the country.
Our college environment is second to none. We have industry standard facilities and equipment at all campuses, expert staff and partnerships with other high profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers.
We invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for the changing workforce of the area.
We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.
As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Safeguarding Statement
New City College - London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.