Job description
Join The Manchester College as an Employer Outreach and Social Media Lead within our Careers, Employability and Business Relations team, where you’ll play a key role in connecting education with industry. This is an exciting opportunity to drive impactful employer engagement while leading creative, high-performing social media campaigns that bring our student success stories and employer partnerships to life. You’ll work collaboratively across the college and with external partners to build meaningful opportunities for learners, enhancing their progression into employment. With a strong focus on innovation, digital engagement and stakeholder relationships, this role offers the chance to shape how we promote employability and strengthen our presence across Greater Manchester. If you’re a confident communicator with a passion for outreach and digital storytelling, you’ll be at the forefront of making a real difference to our students’ futures.
We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Careers, Employability and Business Relations Department as an Employer Outreach and Social Media Lead on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.
Site Information
Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning.
Who are TMC?
The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.
Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.
Benefits
1. 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
2. 3 well-being days per year.
3. Significant pension contribution.
4. Retail discounts.
5. Employee Assistance Program.
6. Cycle to work scheme.
Role Responsibilities
Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need:
7. English and Maths GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
8. A qualification in marketing, communications, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
9. Proven Experience creating B2B social media content.
10. Strong writing and editing skills.
11. Proven experience of impactful employer engagement and B2B outreach experience.
12. Track record of impactful social media campaign delivery.
13. Partnership development experience.
14. Data analysis capabilities.
15. Ability to analyse data.
16. Strong social media and digital design skills.
17. Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills.
18. Strong organisational and project management skills.
19. Analytical and problem‑solving capability.
20. Strong B2B and employer outreach skills.
21. Ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences including employers, staff, students, curriculum teams, and external stakeholders.
22. Excellent relationship-building, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
Safeguarding
The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.
Equal Opportunities Statement
At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.
The closing date for this job advert is 25/06/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!