MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
Required from September 2026
Grade E/WBC SP7 £26,403 p.a. £22,381.00 pro rata
(Spinal Points ranging from 7-12 £26,403.00-£28,598.00,
37 hours per week term time only, with an additional 2 weeks over the summer payable as additional hours on a timesheet
The Marketing & Communications Assistant will:
Promote brand identity across all school functions both internal and external, focusing on the production of digital signage, notices, newsletters and standardisation of all school documentation.- Develop other marketing and school resources in consultation with the Marketing and Communications Officer and in line with the school’s strategic vision, for example, videos for transition, posters, banners and press advertisements.
- Film and edit moving images to create promotional videos for the whole school, in line with the school’s strategic vision and in consultation with the Marketing and Communications Officer.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications Officer to plan and co-ordinate whole school events (e.g. Prospective Parent Evenings, school concerts), managing complex range of tasks to ensure proficient digital and PR support, from display to presentation.
- Check that the technology is working correctly prior to presentations and that the operation is smooth and professional.
- Provide still and moving image resources for the Marketing and Communications Officer in order to update and maintain the school’s website, social media platforms and prospectus documents, to enhance the school’s communication with parents and other stakeholders, including visitors to the school.
- Work with other members of the school’s communication team to ensure that communication with parents and other key stakeholders is timely, efficient and professional, thus enhancing the reputation of the school
For an application form and information pack please email
[email protected]. Please address supporting letter of application to the Headteacher.
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is the 1st of September 2026.
We reserve the right to interview before this date if a suitable shortlist is obtained, so early application is encouraged
Little Heath School is a highly successful comprehensive school (1658 on roll, including 366 in the Sixth Form) situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting to the west of Reading, with good access to road and rail links. As a school, we pride ourselves on our strong Professional Development programme, believing that support staff need to be able to develop their own practice collaboratively with others.
Little Heath School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Little Heath School Governing Body is an equal opportunities employer. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk
LITTLE HEATH SCHOOL
Little Heath Road, Tilehurst
Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5TY
Headteacher: Mr D J Ramsden
