About the role
St Albans School is a leading independent day school with an outstanding reputation for academic excellence. The School is seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing and Communications Manager to support the Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications and lead initiatives that enhance the School’s reputation, drive pupil recruitment, and showcase its unique identity. In addition to acting as ‘brand guardian’, this pivotal role involves developing, creating and implementing strategic marketing plans and activity, managing PR campaigns, planning impactful events and creating high-quality promotional materials that align with the School’s values and objectives.
The ideal candidate will bring significant proven experience creating and producing a wide range of high-quality promotional material with proficiency in Adobe CreativeSuite, InDesign, CMS management and MS Office. Commercial sector marketing experience is essential, education sector experience would be advantageous. An understanding of digital marketing and social media is required as is strong creative flair, exceptional writing and proofreading skills. Attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are key to success in this role along with strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
Hours are full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, full year. Flexibility and additional hours are required including occasional evening and weekend School events.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. St Albans School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and the creation of an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment selections are made according to suitability for the post, irrespective of background or protected characteristic.
Please apply online at www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk by 20 January 2025. Should you have any queries please contact Sarah de Rossi, HR Manager, at scderossi@st-albans.herts.sch.uk. The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
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