The Marketing Manager (Prep Schools) will lead the marketing strategy and delivery for the Group's preparatory schools, strengthening each school's distinctive identity within the Group's endorsed brand architecture and driving pupil recruitment from Nursery through to Year 6.
As a senior member of the Group Marketing and Communications team, the postholder will act as a trusted adviser to the three Heads, aligning individual school priorities with a portfolio plan and budget. The role requires a confident, creative and highly organised marketer who can manage multiple brands simultaneously, allocate resources effectively, and use data and insight to demonstrate impact and inform decision-making.
The postholder will work closely with the Head of Marketing (St Dunstan's College), Group Marketing and Communications colleagues, and the Marketing & Communications Manager at West Lodge Preparatory School, fostering collaboration and sharing best practice across the Group.
About Us
St Dunstan’s Education Group is a growing family of not-for-profit independent schools and nurseries rooted in south-east London, serving over 2,000 children aged from birth to 18. The Group comprises St Dunstan’s College, Rosemead Preparatory School and Nursery, St Christopher’s The Hall, West Lodge Preparatory School and Little Dunstan’s Kindergartens. Our ambition is to be recognised nationally for demonstrating that academic excellence and human flourishing can and should go hand in hand — Excellence. Differently.
- Applications Close: 0900 Monday 30 November 2026
- Shortlist Interviews: W/c 7 December 2026
- Start Date: As soon as possible
Early applications are advised as the College reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.
St Dunstan’s Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. As this role involves ‘regulated activity’ with children the successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure application. Employment will be conditional upon St Dunstan’s Education Group being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS check and the outcome of all other checks.
St Dunstan’s Education Group will also carry out a check of the Children’s Barred List on the successful applicant. Applicants should be aware that it is unlawful for St Dunstan’s Education Group to employ anyone to work with children if they are barred from doing so, and it is a criminal offence for a person to apply to work with children if they are barred from doing so.
This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and St Dunstan’s Education Group is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants 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.
Marketing Manager - Prep Schools employer: St Dunstan's Education Group
St Dunstan's Education Group is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within its independent schools. With a strong focus on employee experience and professional growth, we offer a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact on our community. Join us in Lewisham as we embark on an exciting journey of transformation, empowering you to influence organisational culture and contribute to the success of our ambitious vision.
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