Senior Communications and Marketing Officer

We are seeking a talented storyteller, with journalistic instincts and creative flair to contribute substantially to our PR and marketing activities. You will be adept at developing and creating external and internal communications and publications and be a passionate brand champion who can ensure messaging is targeted, impactful and strategically aligned. With a particular expertise in PR engagement and collateral development, you will work with others in the marketing team and our suppliers and partners to develop and create multi-channel, cross-platform content. You will be a natural multi-tasker with outstanding communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.

If you have a proactive approach and real enthusiasm for creating marketing initiatives from ideas and concepts, and the determination to meet deadlines in a busy and dynamic environment, don’t delay — apply to join our team now!

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Marketing you will have exceptional IT skills, specifically Adobe Creative Suite, and previous experience of education sector PR and media would be beneficial though not essential. An operational understanding of social media, photography skills and experience of MS Office 365 will be an advantage.

Salary up to £30,000 per annum.

This is an environment where creativity and proactivity are encouraged and celebrated and is an opportunity for you to make your mark and develop a career at one of the leading British independent girls’ schools in the world.

Benefits include 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and one week at Christmas, meals on duty, CPD opportunities and a wonderful working environment within a professional and engaging team.

For enquiries please call HR on 01635 204712 or email recruitment@downehouse.net

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS) and satisfactory references.