Job Introduction
Your future is here
A place to inspire
Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.
What you'll do
You’ll be responsible for delivering an exciting programme of focused and sustained communications, targeting three of our key audiences – namely alumni, current students and their parents/guardians.
Working within the Marketing & Communications department, you will lead on targeted student engagement campaigns, both internally and externally, to support attendance, outcomes, retention and progression – as well as engaging parents/carers in supporting their young person while in college.
Alongside this, you will play a central role in growing and activating the college’s alumni network, developing engagement activity that supports brand advocacy, mentoring, employer connections, case studies and future fundraising and bursary opportunities.
Responsibilities include:
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Delivering targeted existing student- and parent- marketing campaigns to improve attendance, outcomes, retention and progression at Nottingham College.
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Working alongside marketing colleagues on the internal marketing activity for progression for students from FE into HE.
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Developing and growing Nottingham College’s alumni network through planned, sustained marketing and engagement activity, to benefit mentoring, employer links and student aspiration, alongside the Careers teams, Schools teams and Employer Engagement teams.
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Developing and support income generation opportunities linked to alumni engagement, including fundraising, bursaries and scholarships.
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Contributing to the planning and delivery of events that support student progression and alumni engagement.
You’ll be expected to work both flexibly and independently, while being fully supported by a collaborative network
Who we're looking for
In this fast-paced and varied role, we are looking for a talented communications professional who is adept at working across multiple projects. While alumni experience or FE experience is not essential, you should be a hard-working, creative and driven professional who has proven experience with achieving excellent communications results, whether that is across press, media or marketing campaigns.
For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Claire Reynolds (Head of Marketing & Communications) on [email protected]
Interviews /Assessments are planned for week commencing 3rd August 2026
Get Into Teaching
If you’re considering teaching but unsure where to start, Nottingham College offers clear pathways to help you explore your options and build a rewarding career in education. Find out more about our routes into teaching: Get in to Teaching.
Why Join us
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Competitive salary – £29,390 to £33,602 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
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35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
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Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
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Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
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Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
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Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme
A place to belong
At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.
We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.
Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.
Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.
Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.
Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.
Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.
To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies if viewing externally.
We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact [email protected] or call us on 0115 884 2222.
We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.
Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individual circumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.
