Head of Communications & Media

Head of Communications & Media

Salary - 56898 (including 5000 London area weighting)

Contract Full time Permanent

Hours 37.5 per week

Location London & Hybrid

DBS requirement - No

This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship.

We are Nacro we believe that everyone deserves a good education a safe and secure place to live the right to be heard and the chance to start again with support from someone on their side.

Thats why our housing education justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And its why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.

We see your future whatever the past.

This is an exciting senior leadership role for an ambitious communications professional who thrives on shaping narratives building reputation and driving engagement.

Reporting to the Director of Engagement & Impact you will lead Nacros communications and media function developing and delivering impactful strategies that raise our profile influence change strengthen our brand and amplify the voices of the people we support.

Leading a high-performing team you will oversee media relations content and campaigns marketing digital engagement and brand management ensuring communications support organisational priorities and deliver measurable impact.

Were looking for a strategic communicator with a proven track record of delivering high-impact communications and media campaigns.

Youll bring with you:

• Experience leading high impact communications teams.
• Significant experience in communications media and/or marketing strategy
• A strong track record of securing proactive high-profile media coverage.
• Experience developing and delivering integrated communications and digital engagement strategies.
• Strong understanding of brand identity and management.
• Experience using emerging technologies including AI tools to improve communications effectiveness and efficiency.
• High quality written and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and strategic thinking skills
• A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to developing others.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the voice and profile of a national charity that changes lives every day. Youll work alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to creating positive social impact and helping people realise their potential.

If youre an experienced communications leader ready to make a meaningful difference wed love to hear from you. Join us and help tell the stories that inspire change.

This role offers a starting salary within Nacros pay structure of 56898 London area weighting with expected progression to 58455 London area weighting within the first year subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards with further pay progression available in the future. Nacros pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growth.

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Application deadline 24/06/26 please submit a supporting statement with your application

Nacro is fair and inclusive employer

At Nacro we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role assessed fairly proportionately and confidentially. For advice contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service on or