Sir Roger Manwood’s School is seeking to appoint an outstanding, creative, and highly organised Marketing & Events Co-ordinator to elevate our digital presence and spearhead our school events programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a diverse and dynamic role within one of Kent’s most respected grammar schools, set within beautiful, tranquil grounds in the historic town of Sandwich.
The Role
Marketing
- Strategy & Content: Create and deliver innovative marketing plans, managing brand consistency across social media, print literature, and our website.
- Digital Presence: Drive our Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), digital advertising funnels (Google, YouTube, Social Media, and PPC), and improve online user experience.
- Analytics & Performance: Monitor and report regularly to the School Business Manager on digital metrics against marketing KPIs, offering insight and proactive recommendations.
- Creative Execution: Apply your skills in copywriting, press release creation, website management, and basic video content creation.
Event Management
- End-to-End Coordination: Project manage all major SRMS events to a high standard, including Key Stage Welcome Evenings, Open Mornings, Sixth Form Open Evenings, Speech Day, Founder’s Day, and Presentation Evenings.
- Strategic Design: Ensure all events meet budget requirements, achieve audience objectives, and strongly reflect the School's brand values.
- Evaluation & Growth: Build comprehensive timelines, manage internal resources, and conduct post-event data analysis to continuously optimise the experience for parents, pupils, and visitors.
The Ideal Candidate
- Is a superb communicator with exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Is confident across all fields—whether leading digital advertising campaigns, organising a photo shoot, or welcoming prospective families at a major event.
- Is detail-oriented, highly organised, and capable of maintaining a high level of accuracy under tight timelines.
- Embraces Manwood’s values of Responsibility, Respect, Resilience, Compassion, and Creativity… and has a sense of humour.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to shape the digital face and community events of a historic, high-achieving school.
- A collegiate, supportive, and forward-thinking staff body.
- High-quality professional development, training opportunities, and leadership support.
- A stunning, historic working environment that combines beauty, calm, and professional energy.
Marketing and Events Co-Ordinator - Part-time employer: Sandwich Infant
Fairford Academy Barnehurst is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration with teachers and external professionals is encouraged. As part of the Illuminate Minds Trust, employees benefit from a strong network of partnership working, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs while enjoying a fulfilling career in education.
