Head of Marketing & Engagement

Bedales, one of the UK's most innovative schools and a not-for-profit charity guided by its founding ethos – work for the welfare of all – is seeking a Head of Marketing & Engagement to lead marketing across Bedales Senior, Prep and Pre-prep. This strategic and hands-on role will shape national and international student recruitment, generate prospective student leads, and champion Bedales’ reputation through community engagement. We seek a creative, collaborative marketer with expertise in formulating strategy, excellent communication skills and the ability to balance vision with delivery. You’ll be confident in digital marketing, planning events and building strong relationships across diverse audiences. Experience with a premium or mission-led brand will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop admissions marketing strategies
• Oversee campaigns, international recruitment and admissions events
• Build advocacy networks
• Work collaboratively with External Relations colleagues and the Heads and deputies

Experience & Background

Proven experience in marketing, ideally within education or premium purpose-driven organisations, with digital expertise, event-planning skills and the ability to build strong relationships and inspire colleagues and stakeholders. This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week throughout the year, occasionally working flexibly with some evening and weekend work required, for which time off in lieu will be offered.

Salary

A competitive salary package is offered to the right candidate.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Pension with Royal London Life Assurance
• Salary Extras Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free lunch is provided during term time

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an ongoing basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this post please read the Job Description which includes full details regarding the post. CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form. For further details on how to apply, please visit the recruitment portal on the Bedales Schools website.

Application Dates

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 16 January 2026. Application reviews (via Teams): Tuesday 20 January 2026. Interview date: Friday 23 January 2026. Early application is advised as Bedales reserve the right to make an appointment at any stage of the application process.

Safeguarding Statement

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
• Fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
• Providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
• Playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
• When concerned about the welfare of a pupil, acting in the best interests of the pupil.

All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.