At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead marketing and recruitment strategy, manage campaigns, and build relationships with schools.
- Company: A high-achieving sixth form college in Kensington and Chelsea focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and access to wellbeing services.
- Other info: Full-time, permanent role starting September 2026 or sooner.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student opportunities and college growth in a diverse community.
- Qualifications: Experience in marketing or recruitment; strong digital skills and excellent communication abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Based in: Kensington and Chelsea
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by agreement)
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) + benefits
About the College
We are a high-achieving sixth form college serving a diverse and ambitious student community in West London. We are committed to raising aspirations, widening participation, and ensuring every student is supported to progress to university, apprenticeships, or employment.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated marketing professional to lead on all aspects of student recruitment, brand development, and external engagement. You will be responsible for developing and delivering a strategic marketing and recruitment plan that attracts high-quality applicants and strengthens the college’s presence across the local area and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the college’s marketing, branding, and student recruitment strategy
- Plan and deliver targeted campaigns across digital, print, and social media
- Manage open events, school liaison activities, and outreach programmes
- Build strong relationships with feeder schools and community organisations
- Analyse recruitment data and market trends to inform strategy
- Oversee content creation, including prospectuses, website updates, and promotional materials
- Support senior leadership with communications and external engagement
- Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all platforms
About You
We are looking for a proactive, creative, and data-driven professional who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You will have:
- Experience in marketing, communications, recruitment, or outreach (education sector experience desirable but not essential)
- Strong digital marketing and social media skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- Confidence in analysing data to inform decision-making
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- A passion for education and supporting young people’s futures
We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A role with real impact on student opportunities and college growth
- Access to employee wellbeing and support services
- A diverse and inclusive college community
Marketing & Student Recruitment Lead employer: Principal Education
Join a supportive sixth form college in West London dedicated to raising aspirations and widening participation. Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and access to employee wellbeing services. Be part of a diverse community committed to student success.
