Communications Officer

Organisation: SportInspired
Salary: £27,000–£33,000 (depending on experience)
Location: London (hybrid, 1 day in the office, 2 days in the field)
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 24 October 2025
Job Description: Job Title: Communications Officer
Organisation: SportInspired
Location: London (hybrid, 1 day in the office, 2 days in the field)
Reporting to: Head of Comms and Business Development
Hours: Part-time or Full-time (to be discussed with the successful applicant)
Salary: £27,000–£33,000 (depending on experience)

Charity Summary
SportInspired’s vision is of communities connected with energy and passion, where people enjoy being active. Our mission is to achieve this through fun and inclusive community-based programmes which bring together local businesses, sports clubs, schools, councils and housing associations, inspiring new connections, life skills and opportunities.
The SportInspired team is young, passionate and committed - working together to improve the lives of people in the UK to help them achieve their full potential. Our values are embodied in everything we do, from our team culture to the programmes we deliver, we are impactful, innovative, inclusive and fun.

Role Outline
SportInspired is a small but ambitious charity on a mission to improve children’s lives through the power of sport and community. We’re looking for a motivated and creative Communications Officer to help us share our story, engage with diverse audiences, and grow our digital presence.
This is a great opportunity for someone with 1-2 years experience in social media, communications, or marketing who wants to take on more responsibility in a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll play a key role in managing our digital channels, creating engaging content, and ensuring our communications reach parents, teachers, corporate partners, and wider community stakeholders.

Responsibilities
Content Creation & Social Media
• Manage and grow SportInspired’s social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook).
• Create engaging content (posts, stories, graphics, short videos) to promote our programmes and impact.
• Write inspiring stories, case studies and news updates from our programmes and partners.
Website & Newsletters
• Support with maintaining and updating our website (WordPress experience desirable).
• Draft and distribute newsletters (MailChimp experience desirable) and blogposts to our stakeholders and networks.
Brand & Communications
• Ensure consistency of SportInspired’s brand across all communications.
• Support production of marketing materials (flyers, posters, reports, presentations).
• Help prepare communications for a range of audiences, from parents and teachers to corporate clients.

Person Specification
Essential:
• 1–2 years experience in a social media, communications, or marketing role.
• Experience managing LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook channels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences.
• Creative, proactive, and able to work independently in a small team.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
Desirable:
• Experience with WordPress or other CMS platforms.
• Knowledge of design or video editing tools (e.g. Canva, CapCut, MailChimp etc.).
• Experience working with schools, community organisations, or charities.
• Passion for sport, youth development, and community engagement.

Package and Benefits
• Enhanced DBS check for children.
• Safeguarding training.
• Feeling part of a young, dynamic and fun team.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Access to our quarterly team days and events.
• Access to our benefits package via Vitality, including discounts and health and wellbeing benefits.

To apply, please email: victoria.park@sportinspired.org with your CV and a short covering letter.
How to apply: To apply, please email: victoria.park@sportinspired.org with your CV and a short covering letter.