At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth, manage teams, and enhance community engagement through sports and arts.
- Company: Join Scarisbrick Hall, a prestigious independent school with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional development in a beautiful setting.
- Other info: Limited public transport; consider travel options before applying.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while working in a stunning 19th-century hall.
- Qualifications: Experience in management, sales, and community engagement, preferably in sports or arts.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Contract Types: Permanent
Position Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week, all year round
Reports to: Head of Commercial
Closing date: 28 June 2026 at 5pm
Interview date: 2 July 2026 (may be subject to change)
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented individual to drive business acquisition, customer retention, sales performance, and people management across Scarisbrick Hall’s commercial operations. This role is central to scaling our commercial ventures, enhancing service quality, and delivering strategic growth aligned with our RIVER values. You will work closely with the Head of Commercial and cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities, lead strategic initiatives, and ensure operational excellence across departments including Alumni, TCM Sports & Arts, Tuition. You will also play a collaborative role within our friendly team across Theatre, Transport, and Marketing.
Who we’re looking for?
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
- An experienced and collaborative manager, approachable and personable, with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, parents, and pupils.
- Experienced working in sports, performing arts or activity camp development.
- Actively connected to a wide network of local schools and communities.
- Resilient and commercially aware.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in strategic growth, sales leadership, or commercial delivery.
- Strong track record in people management.
- Experience working in sports, performing arts or activity camp development.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Knowledge of project delivery and operational oversight.
Desirable
- Knowledge of fundraising and alumni development.
- Experience in the education sector.
What it's like to work here
Scarisbrick Hall is a leading independent school, set within the splendour of a magnificent 19th‑century hall and its stunning estate. Here, you’ll join a warm, welcoming, and supportive team, driven by a shared commitment to growth, inspiring people and new audiences through sport, arts, theatre, alumni and local community. We are committed to expanding the reach of our exceptional brand all within an exceptional and truly unique setting.
What you'll be doing
Your focus will be on driving our busy sports and activity camp offering, leading and developing our dedicated team of coaches, and shaping our programme. You will also create meaningful opportunities to engage with local schools and communities. With a strong awareness of our alumni network, you will nurture relationships to enhance engagement, introduce events and unlock opportunities. You will be part of a team who genuinely enjoy working together in a beautiful location, surrounded by nature, education, heritage and purpose.
It’s worth noting that Scarisbrick has limited public transport links, so please consider how you’ll travel to work before applying. Bus routes that serve Scarisbrick Hall School are 300, 375 and 385.
Safeguarding
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. Safeguarding training will be given. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. The school will conduct this check for you.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering email to:
Partnership and Activities Development Manager employer: Scarisbrick Hall School
Scarisbrick Hall offers a unique and enriching work environment, set in a stunning 19th-century estate that fosters a warm and supportive culture. As a Partnership and Activities Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to drive strategic growth while collaborating with a dedicated team passionate about sports, arts, and community engagement. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on meaningful relationships, Scarisbrick Hall is an excellent employer for those seeking to make a positive impact in education and beyond.
