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Communications Manager

4 days per week | £32,000 pro rata | Remote, with occasional travel

Roots is merging with our sister organisation, Rekindle, to become Rekindle Collective. Bringing our teams, ideas and experience together, we’re entering an exciting new chapter. We’re looking for a Communications Manager to help shape how we tell our story, connect with our audiences and build our influence.

Rekindle Collective is working to create a more equitable, connected and caring UK. We bring together activism, learning, community and compassion, working alongside young people and communities to challenge inequality and create change.

This is a strategic and hands-on role. You’ll develop and deliver our communications strategy while also creating content, leading campaigns, overseeing our website and digital channels, growing our audiences and finding new ways to share our ideas, learning and impact.

We’re looking for an experienced communicator who can think strategically and get stuck into the detail. You’ll be a strong writer and editor, with solid digital and social media experience, an understanding of websites and SEO and a good instinct for what makes people pay attention. Some HTML/CSS experience would be a bonus.

You’ll be comfortable working across an organisation, managing multiple priorities and working with creative freelancers and external partners. Most importantly, you’ll understand the role communications can play in amplifying voices, shaping narratives, making ideas visible and contributing to change.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to help Rekindle Collective develop a distinctive voice and play a bigger role in national conversations, we’d love to hear from you.

View the full job description and person specification.
How To Apply

Please submit your CV and either a one-page cover letter or a short video (maximum 3 minutes) telling us why you’re interested in the role, what you would bring to Rekindle Collective and what excites you about using communications as a tool for change to info@rekindlecollective.org

If you choose to send a video, it doesn’t need to be professionally produced. A simple recording on your phone is absolutely fine.

Closing date: 16 October 2026
Equal opportunities

Rekindle Collective is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from people whose voices and experiences are underrepresented in our sector.

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Freelance Facilitator – Same Shirt, Different Lives

Daily rate: £230 | Start date: ASAP | Location: North of England, with occasional travel elsewhere in the UK

About The Roots Programme

The Roots Programme CIC brings people together across divides, working towards equality and social justice. We believe that a more connected, curious and compassionate society is possible. Our new Same Shirt, Different Lives project uses football to foster understanding and connection between fans who share a club but live very different lives.

About the Project: Same Shirt, Different Lives

Across the UK, social divisions are widening between generations, neighbourhoods and lived experiences. In a time of polarisation, many people feel unseen, unheard and disconnected.

Same Shirt, Different Lives uses football’s unifying power to bring people together through their shared love of the game. By partnering with English football clubs, the project creates space for fans to connect through story-sharing, conversation and curiosity.

Facilitators will lead small-group sessions with football fans, helping participants explore identity, community and belonging through open dialogue, storytelling and reflection.

The Role

We are seeking experienced, empathetic freelance facilitators to deliver community-based sessions with football supporters.

You will:

  • Deliver engaging, inclusive and reflective workshops that encourage dialogue across difference.
  • Build trust and connection among fans, helping them share stories and experiences respectfully.
  • Collaborate with partner football clubs and Roots staff to plan and deliver sessions.
  • Provide feedback on workshop outcomes and contribute to the ongoing development of the project.
  • Uphold The Roots Programme’s values and ensure safe, supportive environments for all participants.

Person Specification

Essential

  • Experience facilitating community conversations or workshops.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Confidence leading discussions with adult groups.
  • Commitment to equality, inclusion and social connection.
  • Flexibility to travel to football clubs or community venues.
  • Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of or passion for football and fan culture.
  • Experience engaging men’s groups, fan networks or sports-based community programmes.
  • Lived experience of issues affecting community connection or social division.

Safeguarding and Compliance

  • Subject to enhanced DBS check.
  • Completion of safeguarding training.
  • Agreement to The Roots Programme Code of Conduct.
  • Responsible for own tax and National Insurance as a freelancer.
  • Compliance with Roots Programme policies including Safeguarding and GDPR.
  • Two professional references required.

Fees and Benefits

  • £230 per day for facilitation.
  • Paid time for induction, training and project briefings.
  • Travel and accommodation expenses covered where required.
  • Quarterly team check-ins and development opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply, send your CV and a short cover letter (1-2 sides A4) to olivia@rootsprogramme.org.

For an informal chat about the project, email the same address.

The Roots Programme actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities, matching skills and experience to our project needs regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.