If you enjoy bringing people together and turning ideas into action, this role offers the chance to make a visible contribution. Take ownership of varied projects and build relationships that strengthen a thriving school community.
The Company
Nestled on beautiful scenic grounds, this school fosters an engaging academic environment where students thrive, achieving impressive results through high-quality teaching and robust support. The curriculum spans from Nursery to Sixth Form, emphasising essential 21st-century skills and holistic education. The school's ethos blends academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care, creating a welcoming, inclusive community.
The role
As a Development and Alumni Officer, you will be trusted with a varied portfolio of activity and the opportunity to see projects through from planning to delivery. You will build relationships with former pupils, parents and staff, help coordinate events, support fundraising activity and contribute to the way the school communicates with its wider community.
Working with colleagues across the school, you will develop practical experience in relationship management, event coordination, digital communications and administration.
Key responsibilities include:
- Build and maintain relationships with alumni, former staff and parents.
- Coordinate reunions, careers activities, mentoring opportunities and school events.
- Support fundraising initiatives and engagement with potential donors.
- Create social media content and update website news and event information.
- Maintain alumni records, CRM data, budgets and lettings administration.
- Develop promotional materials and support the marketing of school facilities.
Benefits and perks
You will join a welcoming, collaborative workplace that invests in staff development and well-being. Alongside the opportunity to take ownership of a varied role, the school offers:
- Free lunches, free parking and an employer pension scheme.
- Level 1 health plan and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to the on-site gym and staff social activities.
- Professional development, coaching and career development support.
Requirements
Must-have:
- Strong written and verbal communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive, positive approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Confidence managing deadlines and working independently and as part of a team.
- Creativity and enthusiasm for fundraising, engagement and events.
- Ideally 1 year or more in a relevant, communications, external relations, engagement, alumni focused or transferable role
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with fundraising, event organisation, CRM or database systems.
- Familiarity with GDPR, school systems, Canva or design software.
Apply now
If you are ready to take responsibility, build meaningful connections and make a practical difference across a busy school community, we would like to hear from you.
Contact Details:
Graduate Recruitment Bureau - GRB Recruitment Team
