Marketing and Communications Manager

IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) is a national charity providing free and independent legally-based information, advice, and casework support to help children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the education they are entitled to. We also deliver training to parents, carers, and professionals to improve understanding of the SEND legal framework.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing and Communications Manager to develop and deliver a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy that enhances our brand, increases our reach and supports the achievement of our mission and strategic objectives.

This is a hybrid role (with travel to our office in Takeley, Essex, and travel for events and meetings).

What you ll do

You ll drive engagement with our beneficiaries and supporters, and promote our services, training and policy work.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Support the Senior Communications and Campaigns Manager to implement a communications and marketing strategy that aligns with IPSEA s mission and strategic objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications and marketing activities, providing insights and regular reports to the CEO, senior management team and Board of Trustees.
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in the sector to continually improve IPSEA s communication and marketing efforts.

If you share our commitment to protecting, promoting, and upholding the rights of children and young people with SEND, we would love to hear from you.

Visit our website to download a recruitment pack and application form.

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 6 April 2026
Interviews: w/c 13 and 20 April 2026