Thrive At Five
Middlesbrough, Yorkshire
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Communications Officer to come and join our team in Middlesbrough. Location This role is both community-based in Middlesbrough, with the ability to work from home as agreed with your manager. There may also be occasional travel to other programme sites (currently Redcar, Cleveland, Stoke-On-Trent and Scotland) or travel to our London office. Salary Up to £35,000 DOE Employment Type Permanent Team Communications team About you We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following: Significant experience in a communications role, including experience with copywriting and content creation. Experience producing high quality, clear, compelling and audience appropriate content for a range of platforms. Empathy, cultural awareness, and sensitivity when communicating with and about communities whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented, including those with English as an additional language or limited literacy in English. The ability to clearly demonstrate our impact and inspire collaboration among our partners and stakeholders by sharing compelling and meaningful stories. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the local community, including its strengths, needs, and challenges. Strong knowledge and skills in Adobe Creative Suite such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop or Canva. About the role The responsibilities of this role include: Actively identify opportunities where communications can strengthen programme delivery, support parent outreach and increase engagement with families and communities. Develop the local stakeholder engagement approach in line with agreed objectives, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and using data and team insight to increase engagement. Support effective communications with stakeholders across sectors including community, health, education and local organisations. Develop and produce compelling, audience focused content for a range of channels, including newsletters, case studies and promotional materials. Work closely with the Head of Communications, Programme Leads and colleagues across the organisation to align communications priorities with programme and organisational objectives. About us Thrive at Five is a national charity focused on giving every child the best possible start in life. We know the foundations for life and learning are built in the earliest years, from pregnancy to five. By working alongside families, communities and local partners, we help build stronger, more connected support for parents, so more children get what they need to thrive and reach a good level of development by age five. Thrive at Five is a relatively young organisation but with an already strong national and political profile, having been called out in Parliament for our ways of working in Stoke-on-Trent and invited to be interviewed at the 2025 Civil Society Summit by the Secretary of State for Education. We have grown rapidly in our first four years, with a growing team of nearly 40 across the country. 2026 will be a year of further growth and milestones for the charity as we celebrate our fifth-year anniversary and expand into our third and fourth regions. This will involve recruiting for a new teams, establishing our programmes and beginning to co-design and implement our work in partnership with communities. About our benefits Pension contributions We will contribute 3% and you can contribute 5% towards your pension through NEST. 25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidays. £100 contribution towards your professional body membership. Please note that as this role is subject to a successful Basic Level Disclosure check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you have any unspent convictions, but wish to apply for this role, please advise us in your application. The successful candidate will also need to provide satisfactory references and current right to work in the UK. To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter and CV by following the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 8th May 2026.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Communications Officer to come and join our team in Middlesbrough. Location This role is both community-based in Middlesbrough, with the ability to work from home as agreed with your manager. There may also be occasional travel to other programme sites (currently Redcar, Cleveland, Stoke-On-Trent and Scotland) or travel to our London office. Salary Up to £35,000 DOE Employment Type Permanent Team Communications team About you We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following: Significant experience in a communications role, including experience with copywriting and content creation. Experience producing high quality, clear, compelling and audience appropriate content for a range of platforms. Empathy, cultural awareness, and sensitivity when communicating with and about communities whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented, including those with English as an additional language or limited literacy in English. The ability to clearly demonstrate our impact and inspire collaboration among our partners and stakeholders by sharing compelling and meaningful stories. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the local community, including its strengths, needs, and challenges. Strong knowledge and skills in Adobe Creative Suite such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop or Canva. About the role The responsibilities of this role include: Actively identify opportunities where communications can strengthen programme delivery, support parent outreach and increase engagement with families and communities. Develop the local stakeholder engagement approach in line with agreed objectives, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and using data and team insight to increase engagement. Support effective communications with stakeholders across sectors including community, health, education and local organisations. Develop and produce compelling, audience focused content for a range of channels, including newsletters, case studies and promotional materials. Work closely with the Head of Communications, Programme Leads and colleagues across the organisation to align communications priorities with programme and organisational objectives. About us Thrive at Five is a national charity focused on giving every child the best possible start in life. We know the foundations for life and learning are built in the earliest years, from pregnancy to five. By working alongside families, communities and local partners, we help build stronger, more connected support for parents, so more children get what they need to thrive and reach a good level of development by age five. Thrive at Five is a relatively young organisation but with an already strong national and political profile, having been called out in Parliament for our ways of working in Stoke-on-Trent and invited to be interviewed at the 2025 Civil Society Summit by the Secretary of State for Education. We have grown rapidly in our first four years, with a growing team of nearly 40 across the country. 2026 will be a year of further growth and milestones for the charity as we celebrate our fifth-year anniversary and expand into our third and fourth regions. This will involve recruiting for a new teams, establishing our programmes and beginning to co-design and implement our work in partnership with communities. About our benefits Pension contributions We will contribute 3% and you can contribute 5% towards your pension through NEST. 25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidays. £100 contribution towards your professional body membership. Please note that as this role is subject to a successful Basic Level Disclosure check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you have any unspent convictions, but wish to apply for this role, please advise us in your application. The successful candidate will also need to provide satisfactory references and current right to work in the UK. To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter and CV by following the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 8th May 2026.
Thrive At Five
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Communications Officer to come and join our team in Redcar & Cleveland. Location This role is both community-based in Redcar & Cleveland, with the ability to work from home as agreed with your manager. There may also be occasional travel to other programme sites (currently Middlesbrough, Stoke-On-Trent and Scotland) or travel to our London office. Salary Up to £35,000 DOE Employment Type Permanent Team Communications team About you We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following: Significant experience in a communications role, including experience with copywriting and content creation. Experience producing high quality, clear, compelling and audience appropriate content for a range of platforms. The ability to clearly demonstrate our impact and inspire collaboration among our partners and stakeholders by sharing compelling and meaningful stories. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the local community, including its strengths, needs, and challenges. Strong knowledge and skills in Adobe Creative Suite such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop or Canva. About the role The responsibilities of this role include: Actively identify opportunities where communications can strengthen programme delivery, support parent outreach and increase engagement with families and communities. Develop the local stakeholder engagement approach in line with agreed objectives, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and using data and team insight to increase engagement. Support effective communications with stakeholders across sectors including community, health, education and local organisations. Develop and produce compelling, audience focused content for a range of channels, including newsletters, case studies and promotional materials. Work closely with the Head of Communications, Programme Leads and colleagues across the organisation to align communications priorities with programme and organisational objectives. About us Thrive at Five is a national charity focused on giving every child the best possible start in life. We know the foundations for life and learning are built in the earliest years, from pregnancy to five. By working alongside families, communities and local partners, we help build stronger, more connected support for parents, so more children get what they need to thrive and reach a good level of development by age five. Thrive at Five is a relatively young organisation but with an already strong national and political profile, having been called out in Parliament for our ways of working in Stoke-on-Trent and invited to be interviewed at the 2025 Civil Society Summit by the Secretary of State for Education. We have grown rapidly in our first four years, with a growing team of nearly 40 across the country. 2026 will be a year of further growth and milestones for the charity as we celebrate our fifth-year anniversary and expand into our third and fourth regions. This will involve recruiting for a new teams, establishing our programmes and beginning to co-design and implement our work in partnership with communities. About our benefits Pension contributions We will contribute 3% and you can contribute 5% towards your pension through NEST. 25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidays. £100 contribution towards your professional body membership. Please note that as this role is subject to a successful Basic Level Disclosure check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you have any unspent convictions, but wish to apply for this role, please advise us in your application. The successful candidate will also need to provide satisfactory references and current right to work in the UK. To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter and CV by following the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 8th May 2026.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Communications Officer to come and join our team in Redcar & Cleveland. Location This role is both community-based in Redcar & Cleveland, with the ability to work from home as agreed with your manager. There may also be occasional travel to other programme sites (currently Middlesbrough, Stoke-On-Trent and Scotland) or travel to our London office. Salary Up to £35,000 DOE Employment Type Permanent Team Communications team About you We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following: Significant experience in a communications role, including experience with copywriting and content creation. Experience producing high quality, clear, compelling and audience appropriate content for a range of platforms. The ability to clearly demonstrate our impact and inspire collaboration among our partners and stakeholders by sharing compelling and meaningful stories. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the local community, including its strengths, needs, and challenges. Strong knowledge and skills in Adobe Creative Suite such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop or Canva. About the role The responsibilities of this role include: Actively identify opportunities where communications can strengthen programme delivery, support parent outreach and increase engagement with families and communities. Develop the local stakeholder engagement approach in line with agreed objectives, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen relationships and using data and team insight to increase engagement. Support effective communications with stakeholders across sectors including community, health, education and local organisations. Develop and produce compelling, audience focused content for a range of channels, including newsletters, case studies and promotional materials. Work closely with the Head of Communications, Programme Leads and colleagues across the organisation to align communications priorities with programme and organisational objectives. About us Thrive at Five is a national charity focused on giving every child the best possible start in life. We know the foundations for life and learning are built in the earliest years, from pregnancy to five. By working alongside families, communities and local partners, we help build stronger, more connected support for parents, so more children get what they need to thrive and reach a good level of development by age five. Thrive at Five is a relatively young organisation but with an already strong national and political profile, having been called out in Parliament for our ways of working in Stoke-on-Trent and invited to be interviewed at the 2025 Civil Society Summit by the Secretary of State for Education. We have grown rapidly in our first four years, with a growing team of nearly 40 across the country. 2026 will be a year of further growth and milestones for the charity as we celebrate our fifth-year anniversary and expand into our third and fourth regions. This will involve recruiting for a new teams, establishing our programmes and beginning to co-design and implement our work in partnership with communities. About our benefits Pension contributions We will contribute 3% and you can contribute 5% towards your pension through NEST. 25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidays. £100 contribution towards your professional body membership. Please note that as this role is subject to a successful Basic Level Disclosure check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you have any unspent convictions, but wish to apply for this role, please advise us in your application. The successful candidate will also need to provide satisfactory references and current right to work in the UK. To apply for this role, please submit your cover letter and CV by following the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 8th May 2026.
CHM-1
City, Belfast
Programme Officer - UK Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,400 per annum, plus Into Film Benefits Location: Edinburgh, Belfast, Cardiff, Salford or London. They operate in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at the office. About the Employer Our client is the UK's leading charity for film in education and the community. They provide screen industry careers information and advice, support young filmmakers and bring the power of moving image storytelling into classroom teaching. The charity also runs their annual Film Festival which enables more than 400,000 pupils to visit the cinema for free, and their Film Awards - the UK's leading showcase for young filmmaking talent. The core programme is free for UK state schools, colleges and other youth settings, thanks to support from the BFI, awarding National Lottery good cause funding, and through other key funders including Cinema First and Northern Ireland Screen. Their vision - Film enriches the life of every child and young person. Their mission - To inspire and support young people to learn, and to realise their creative, cultural and career aspirations, through film and the moving image. Role Summary The Programme Officer UK will be instrumental in providing administrative support for the successful delivery of three programme strands across the UK. Reporting to the Joint Head of Programmes (Nations Lead), this role ensures the smooth and efficient running of projects by managing key organisational tasks, providing high quality customer service and supporting specific activities including data driven targeted work. Working closely with Programme Leads, Programme Coordinators and the wider team, the Programme Officer UK will play a vital role in maintaining seamless administration activities, contributing to the successful delivery and impact of their programmes. Main Responsibilities: Provide administrative support for the delivery of cross-programme activity in all four nations, including training for teachers and careers professionals, workshops, conferences and events. Meet regularly with each of the nations' teams to ensure a joined-up approach and understanding of the place-based programme activity and requirements in each area. Oversee and support the management and maintenance of the CRM database of nations' place-based activity across the UK, ensuring data is accurate and up to date. Assist with data collection and evaluation for reporting to funders by ensuring accurate data input and collection from relevant stakeholders including liaison with the Research and Data Coordinator. Collaborate with the Marcomms team to assist in promoting the programme across all communication channels, including signups to their training programme for educators, entries to their filmmaking competitions, their Awards, and bookings for their Festival, Spring Screenings and other events for their Screen Careers programme. Work with Marcomms and Programme Coordinators to run targeted marketing campaigns to increase and drive engagement in their place-based targeted areas across the UK. Assist in desk- based research to identify partners and organisations (including schools) to engage underserved and underrepresented young people in their programmes, sourcing relevant external information from across the education, youth and film industry sectors. Working with Programme Leads to support the development and delivery of their Youth Advisory Council and Education Ambassador initiatives. Undertake additional general administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the team including but not limited to customer support cases, equipment and materials inventory and orders, booking travel, processing invoices and regional social media channels, Represent the organisation at conferences and events as required. Any other reasonable duties assigned by the organisation. General Responsibilities: Commitment to quality internally and in all dealings with stakeholders including teachers, children and young people, industry partners, funders, supporters, parents and carers, and members of the public. Commitment and active participation in helping live their EEDI values and ethos through everything it does. Contribute to long term planning to ensure growth in line with demand and resources. Contribute to the regular monitoring and evaluation of their work. Person Specification: Experience in administrative support, with strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload. Confidence using CRM systems for accurate data input, analysis and reporting. Clear and effective communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Good understanding of the UK education landscape and how film can be used in educational settings, along with awareness of the UK screen industry. Strong digital skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and general confidence with online systems and tools. Ability to support or contribute to marketing activity, such as email campaigns or targeted outreach. A proactive, adaptable and detail-focused approach, with the ability to work remotely. An interest in film and a commitment to engaging and supporting young people through creative opportunities. Minimum Requirements: Experience, knowledge and understanding of using CRM for analysis, insights and reporting. Proven track record and demonstratable experience in an administrative role. Excellent project and time management skills, an ability to prioritise a busy work schedule and to work remotely as required. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Awareness and good understanding of the education market, curricula and how teachers can use film across the UK. Awareness and understanding of the screen industry landscape across the UK. Experience of cross-team working. Desirable: Experience of developing and implementing email campaigns Experience working within an education or arts charity contex Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite A love and knowledge of film All staff work in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at their local and national office when required, along with some travel across the UK, as appropriate to the role. The charity is open to flexible working models wherever the role allows, including working compressed hours. They also offer a range of staff benefits and perks, including: They also offer a range of staff benefits and perks, including: Annual Leave - 28 days (full time/pro-rata), including 3 days to cover office closure between Christmas and New Year. Pension - matched up to 5% of salary (2% above statutory employer contribution). Flexible working including compressed hours, job share etc. - all applications favourably considered, approval will be at the discretion of the charity. Enhanced parental/paternity/shared parental leave. Interest-free non-essential study loans. Interest-free bike/scooter/travelcard loan. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 confidential wellbeing support, advice and guidance. Wisdom health insurance cover - non-contributory (apart from employee tax contribution). BenefitHub portal - offering discounts on healthcare, wellbeing products, and lifestyle products and services. Interested? To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form. There you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions . All employees regularly working with children and member data are required to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance (and/or Access NI check or Disclosure Scotland check, depending on working location), acquired at the charity's expense; employment is dependent upon this. No agencies please.
Programme Officer - UK Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,400 per annum, plus Into Film Benefits Location: Edinburgh, Belfast, Cardiff, Salford or London. They operate in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at the office. About the Employer Our client is the UK's leading charity for film in education and the community. They provide screen industry careers information and advice, support young filmmakers and bring the power of moving image storytelling into classroom teaching. The charity also runs their annual Film Festival which enables more than 400,000 pupils to visit the cinema for free, and their Film Awards - the UK's leading showcase for young filmmaking talent. The core programme is free for UK state schools, colleges and other youth settings, thanks to support from the BFI, awarding National Lottery good cause funding, and through other key funders including Cinema First and Northern Ireland Screen. Their vision - Film enriches the life of every child and young person. Their mission - To inspire and support young people to learn, and to realise their creative, cultural and career aspirations, through film and the moving image. Role Summary The Programme Officer UK will be instrumental in providing administrative support for the successful delivery of three programme strands across the UK. Reporting to the Joint Head of Programmes (Nations Lead), this role ensures the smooth and efficient running of projects by managing key organisational tasks, providing high quality customer service and supporting specific activities including data driven targeted work. Working closely with Programme Leads, Programme Coordinators and the wider team, the Programme Officer UK will play a vital role in maintaining seamless administration activities, contributing to the successful delivery and impact of their programmes. Main Responsibilities: Provide administrative support for the delivery of cross-programme activity in all four nations, including training for teachers and careers professionals, workshops, conferences and events. Meet regularly with each of the nations' teams to ensure a joined-up approach and understanding of the place-based programme activity and requirements in each area. Oversee and support the management and maintenance of the CRM database of nations' place-based activity across the UK, ensuring data is accurate and up to date. Assist with data collection and evaluation for reporting to funders by ensuring accurate data input and collection from relevant stakeholders including liaison with the Research and Data Coordinator. Collaborate with the Marcomms team to assist in promoting the programme across all communication channels, including signups to their training programme for educators, entries to their filmmaking competitions, their Awards, and bookings for their Festival, Spring Screenings and other events for their Screen Careers programme. Work with Marcomms and Programme Coordinators to run targeted marketing campaigns to increase and drive engagement in their place-based targeted areas across the UK. Assist in desk- based research to identify partners and organisations (including schools) to engage underserved and underrepresented young people in their programmes, sourcing relevant external information from across the education, youth and film industry sectors. Working with Programme Leads to support the development and delivery of their Youth Advisory Council and Education Ambassador initiatives. Undertake additional general administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the team including but not limited to customer support cases, equipment and materials inventory and orders, booking travel, processing invoices and regional social media channels, Represent the organisation at conferences and events as required. Any other reasonable duties assigned by the organisation. General Responsibilities: Commitment to quality internally and in all dealings with stakeholders including teachers, children and young people, industry partners, funders, supporters, parents and carers, and members of the public. Commitment and active participation in helping live their EEDI values and ethos through everything it does. Contribute to long term planning to ensure growth in line with demand and resources. Contribute to the regular monitoring and evaluation of their work. Person Specification: Experience in administrative support, with strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload. Confidence using CRM systems for accurate data input, analysis and reporting. Clear and effective communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Good understanding of the UK education landscape and how film can be used in educational settings, along with awareness of the UK screen industry. Strong digital skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and general confidence with online systems and tools. Ability to support or contribute to marketing activity, such as email campaigns or targeted outreach. A proactive, adaptable and detail-focused approach, with the ability to work remotely. An interest in film and a commitment to engaging and supporting young people through creative opportunities. Minimum Requirements: Experience, knowledge and understanding of using CRM for analysis, insights and reporting. Proven track record and demonstratable experience in an administrative role. Excellent project and time management skills, an ability to prioritise a busy work schedule and to work remotely as required. Strong communication skills (verbal and written). Awareness and good understanding of the education market, curricula and how teachers can use film across the UK. Awareness and understanding of the screen industry landscape across the UK. Experience of cross-team working. Desirable: Experience of developing and implementing email campaigns Experience working within an education or arts charity contex Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite A love and knowledge of film All staff work in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at their local and national office when required, along with some travel across the UK, as appropriate to the role. The charity is open to flexible working models wherever the role allows, including working compressed hours. They also offer a range of staff benefits and perks, including: They also offer a range of staff benefits and perks, including: Annual Leave - 28 days (full time/pro-rata), including 3 days to cover office closure between Christmas and New Year. Pension - matched up to 5% of salary (2% above statutory employer contribution). Flexible working including compressed hours, job share etc. - all applications favourably considered, approval will be at the discretion of the charity. Enhanced parental/paternity/shared parental leave. Interest-free non-essential study loans. Interest-free bike/scooter/travelcard loan. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 confidential wellbeing support, advice and guidance. Wisdom health insurance cover - non-contributory (apart from employee tax contribution). BenefitHub portal - offering discounts on healthcare, wellbeing products, and lifestyle products and services. Interested? To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form. There you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions . All employees regularly working with children and member data are required to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance (and/or Access NI check or Disclosure Scotland check, depending on working location), acquired at the charity's expense; employment is dependent upon this. No agencies please.
