Communications Officer

Job Description

• Unity Schools Partnership
• Address: Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8QP
• Salary: £39,862 - £42,620 per annum
• Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year *
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5073
• Hybrid with regular attendance at trust offices and travel to schools as required.

Working with our schools across East Anglia and north-east London.

Help tell the story of a Trust transforming lives through education

Unity Schools Partnership (40 primary, secondary and special schools across East Anglia and north‑east London) is entering an exciting new chapter. With a new Chief Executive and a reshaped Executive Team, this is a pivotal moment to help shape how we communicate, connect and build trust across our organisation.

We’re looking for a brilliant

Communications Officer with exceptional writing and editorial skills, sharp judgement and a great sense of tone, someone who can bring clarity, warmth and impact to internal and external communications across a family of schools.

You’ll play a key role in making sure our messaging is accurate, timely, inclusive and aligned with Trust priorities and values.

Why this role matters

You’ll be the engine behind high-quality internal communications, helping colleagues across our trust stay informed, aligned and connected, while also supporting external communications that promote our brand, values and work in local communities.

You’ll work closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and colleagues across schools and central teams, building positive relationships and supporting joined-up communication across the trust.

What we’re looking for

• experience in a communications/marketing/media/PR role, with strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• confidence using digital channels (web and social) and managing multiple deadlines
• professional judgement, discretion and a real commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding
• a commitment to inclusion, equality and our values of integrity, inclusion and kindness.

We will offer you

• annual leave: 24 days holiday rising to 29 days holiday after 5 years’ service plus bank holidays
• pension: Local Government Pension Scheme.

Why join us?

A pivotal role in a growing trust, working closely with senior leaders and colleagues across a family of schools.

For full details of our benefits, please see the USP Candidate Information Pack (pdf)

To find out more

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (pdf)

For an informal discussion with Dominic Norrish, CEO please email

Lisa Taylor, Trust Secretary on ***email_hidden***

How To Apply

To apply, please visit our website

Closing date: 9 am, 15 June 2026.

Interview date: 23 June 2026.

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our career’s website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

About The Team

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