Marketing and Communications Officer
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Marketing and Communications Officer
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: 1 x Permanent; 1 x 12 month fixed-term contract
Location: York office, with the potential for some WFH availability
We have two great opportunities for experienced Marketing and Communications Officers to join our Marketing and Communications team.
Role One (full-time, permanent): Working collaboratively with key stakeholders, you will help raise awareness of our programmes and services. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining creativity with strategic thinking and has a genuine interest in STEM education.
Role Two (full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension): Collaborating with ESERO-UK and colleagues across STEM Learning, you will use your marketing expertise to lead impactful campaigns for the European Space Education Resource Office (ESERO-UK). For more information on the ESERO programme please click here .
For both roles, you’ll be part of a collaborative team, delivering integrated and compelling campaigns and communications that engage a wide range of audiences—from educators and partners to stakeholders and the wider public. You’ll play a pivotal role in amplifying our impact - bringing our programmes, resources, and support to life to help us achieve our vision of improving lives through STEM education.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver a mix of digital and offline marketing, communications, and PR activities
Develop and execute integrated campaigns that promote our brand and services
Write clear, engaging content tailored to different audiences and platforms
Use data and insights to improve campaign effectiveness and audience engagement
Provide guidance and support to colleagues and partners on marketing best practices
Monitor performance, budgets, and ROI, and contribute to continuous improvement
Represent the team at events and meetings, and support internal training
Please take a look at the full Role Profile to find out more!
What We’re Looking For
Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive
Experience in marketing and communications, ideally with a creative and analytical approach
Strong writing and content creation skills across multiple formats
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects
Interest in STEM and a desire to make a positive impact through education
Comfortable using data to inform decisions and improve outcomes
Why Join Us?
Be part of a mission-led organisation making a real difference in education.
Work with a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Represent a brand that’s shaping the future of STEM.
About us
STEM Learning Ltd is a unique, not-for-profit organisation which aims to improve lives through STEM education for every young person in the UK, regardless of their background.
We are proud to be the largest UK resource for supporting STEM teaching and learning through the provision of continuous professional development courses, resources, STEM Ambassador volunteers, online communities, and a wealth of other enhancement and enrichment activities. We do this in partnership with a wide range of organisations and individuals.
Take a look inside the National STEM Learning Centre in York to see our facilities! Our York office is situated on the beautiful campus of the University of York with easy travel links into and out of the city.
Our benefits
30 days holidays plus bank holidays
Access to an excellent pension scheme
A comprehensive employee assistance programme
Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more
Excellent learning and professional development opportunities to enhance career development for all staff, at all levels, and all stages of their career.
Take a look at our benefits brochure to find out more about the benefits we offer!
Next Steps
For more information and to apply visit our website .
Closing date for applications: 12:00 noon on Wednesday 15th October 2025.
First stage interviews: Thursday 23rd October 2025, online.
Second stage interviews: Thursday 30th October 2025, in person in York.
STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.
We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.
- Location:
- York
- Job Type:
- FullTime