Communication Manager – Southwark Music (Part Time)

  • Contract
  • London

Southwark Music


Job Summary

Southwark Music is looking for a passionate and dedicated Communications Manager on a part-time basis to join our amazing team and help make a difference to the lives of children and young people across the borough.

Job Description

As part of Southwark Music Service, joint lead partner in the South East London Music Hub, provide music education provision of the highest quality as part our commitment to deliver the aims and strategic functions of the National Plan for Music Education.

Build on our existing relationships with schools, music organisations and practitioners and form new partnerships to ensure we continue to provide the very best music education for the young people of our community.

To support and work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, creating engaging, relevant and accessible resources and content for Southwark Music.

About the Role:

This role plays a central part in delivering high-quality communications across Southwark Music.

You will:

Lead on internal and external communications, ensuring consistency and alignment with organisational priorities

Plan and deliver targeted communication campaigns for key projects

Produce engaging and accessible content across multiple platforms, including website, social media, email, and digital channels

Act as a key point of contact for communication within the service

Support strategic objectives by connecting schools, young people, families and partners through effective messaging
You will work under the leadership of the Head of Southwark Music and be expected to work independently while managing competing priorities.

About You:

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and organised, with a strong ability to communicate effectively.

You will demonstrate:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience in managing digital content and communication channels.

Ability to plan and deliver targeted campaigns.

Confidence working independently with minimal supervision.

Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

A collaborative approach and ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Strong communications and digital skills, including
managing websites, social media, design and ICT tools.
Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of social
media platforms and their use in music education settings.
Knowledge and implementation of GDPR privacy policy
Understanding of the importance of equity, diversity and
inclusion in music education.

Experience:
Experience of developing and delivering communication
plans or campaigns.
Experience of creating digital and print communications
materials.
Awareness of, or experience supporting, fundraising,
promotion, or income-generating initiatives.
Experience of working with stakeholders to communicate
key messages through a range of media.

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:
Ability to plan, design, write and moderate content to
engage audiences with Southwark Music activities.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate
positively and effectively with all stakeholders.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Communication Manager – Southwark Music (Part Time)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
    (pro-rata)
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Music
  • Role: Marketing & Digital
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Sun, 21 Jun 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job: Communication Manager – Southwark Music (Part Time)

Job: Communication Manager – Southwark Music (Part Time)

Organisation: Southwark Music

Postcode: SE1 2QH

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