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Join Teach First, a leader in educational reform, as a Media Officer and help in driving change through strategic media engagement
Overview
Salary
£32563.75
Location
Multiple locations across the UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Teach First is a passionate champion of equal educational opportunities for all children. We strive towards creating an inclusive education system by unlocking every child's potential. Join us on our mission to create a future where every child has access to fair education.
Role Summary
- Play a crucial role in positioning Teach First as a leading voice on education issues in the media.
- Raise awareness of educational disparities and promote policy solutions.
- Create compelling stories, manage press operations, and secure media coverage in line with our campaign objectives.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with the media and stakeholders to promote our work.
Role Requirements
- Keen storytelling skills and experience in a fast-paced media environment.
- Understanding of the political climate and policy-making.
- Ability to utilize media strategically to support our initiatives.
- A proactive mindset and firm dedication to ending educational inequality.
Application Process Details
- Submit your application along with CV and a cover letter via our official careers website.
- Only applications submitted through our careers website will be considered.
- Interviews are scheduled for Friday, 15 May 2026.
Teach First is dedicated to building a fair education system for all by unlocking the potential in all children, not just some. Our mission drives us towards a better future, but there is still much to do, and we need your help to tackle this significant challenge.
The role: As a Media Officer, you will play a crucial role in positioning Teach First and its senior stakeholders as leading voices on education issues in the media. You will raise awareness of the educational issues we care about and promote the policy ideas that could address them. Your responsibilities will include crafting compelling stories, managing press office operations, and securing media coverage that aligns with our campaign objectives. Building strong relationships with journalists and stakeholders will be key to promoting our work effectively.
Job requirements: We are looking for candidates with a keen eye for a story, experience in a busy press office, and a proven track record in media coverage. An understanding of the political and policy climate is essential, as is the ability to use media strategically to support our campaigns. A proactive attitude and a commitment to ending educational inequality are crucial.
Benefits: Teach First offers a competitive salary package, including a London Weighting Allowance for London-based employees. Benefits include 27 days of holiday per year, participation in a pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%, life assurance, income protection, private healthcare, and access to flexible benefits such as subsidized dental membership, health screening, discounted gym membership, and more.
Application details: Interested candidates should apply through our careers website with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how they meet the essential requirements. Please note that applications are only accepted through our careers website. Interviews are scheduled for Friday, 15 May 2026.
