Marketing and Communications Executive
Salary £ 15,000 per annum. £28,325 pro rata based off 37.5 hours p/w
Ashton Gate Stadium
Vacancy listed 22/07/2026
Application deadline 16/08/2026
Details
The Opportunity 
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead Bristol Sport Foundation’s (BSF) marketing and communications strategy. You’ll be responsible for creating engaging content, growing our digital presence, showcasing the impact of our programmes and ensuring our brand is represented consistently across every platform. 

Responsibilities:
-         Lead the development and delivery of BSF’s marketing and communications strategy. 
-         Manage and grow our social media channels across all platforms. 
-         Plan and deliver engaging content that reflects our programmes and impact. 
-         Create compelling written and visual content videos, graphics, photography, and promotional materials. 
-         Ensure all communications reflect our values, mission and brand identity. 
-         Produce case studies and impact stories from across our programmes. 
-         Support funding bids and reports with marketing materials and evidence of impact.
-         Provide coverage of BSF corporate, community, fundraising and inter-school events. 
-         Monitor social media performance and identify opportunities to increase engagement. 
-         Manage and update BSF's website and digital platforms. 

The Key Requirements:
-         Experience in a marketing, communications or digital media role. 
-         Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences. 
-         Experience managing social media platforms and creating engaging digital content. 
- Strong experience managing and updating websites.
-         Ability to produce high-quality photography and/or video content using a smartphone or camera.
-         Experience using design software such as Canva (or similar) to create professional marketing materials. 
-         Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. 
-         Ability to work independently, take ownership or projects and use initiative. 
-         Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. 
-         Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle to attend events and partner venues across Bristol and the surrounding area.

Please note - as this role involves working with young people, the successful candidate/s will require an Enhanced DBS Check.  

About us:
You’ll join us on a mission to use the power of sport to encourage active, healthy and happy communities across Greater Bristol and the West of England. 
 
Here at BSF, we are fully committed to achieving our vision to inspire our community through sport and physical activity, making a positive difference every day. Since 2016, we have grown to become a reputable sports provider, offering high quality delivery to over 8,500 young people every week. 
 
People stay with our organisation because of the positive impact they have on children, and the opportunities to build long-term rewarding relationships with school staff and local communities. 
 
Belong at Bristol Sport Foundation:
At Bristol Sport Foundation, we believe our success starts with amazing people. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, physical and mental disability, marital status, gender identity and expression, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different.
 
How to apply: 
Please submit your Application Form (please download from 'Attached Documents' section below) before 11:59pm on Sunday, 16th August.  We may close early should we receive sufficient interest. 

Should you have any questions, please contact Lara Short: lara.short@bristol-sport.co.uk. 


Benefits

If successful, you will receive:

• BSF branded sports kit.
• Two complimentary tickets per home game to see Bristol Bears and Bristol City FC.
• Travel expenses for business miles.
• Employee Assist Programme.
• 22 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• A 4% workplace pension in addition 4% employee contribution.
• Free eye test.
• Free flu jabs.
• Regular training opportunities and social events.

Notes

Working hours: Approximately 20 hours per week. The working pattern can be agreed with the successful candidate and offers flexibility to meet both BSF’s and the individual’s needs. The role is predominantly Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work required to support events.

Attached documents
Title File
Application Form BSF_Application_Form_(2).docx
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