Marketing Communications & Events Officer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic Ofsted rated ‘good’ school where all can thrive and staff are highly valued. We wish to appoint a Marketing, Communications and Events Officer with strong writing skills and an eye for detail for this exciting and high performing Jesuit Catholic school. The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the external reputation of the school locally and nationally through social media, publications, recruitment, the school website and networking. You will be responsible for whole school event process from the planning stage, administration, through to delivering the event. In addition, you will be the main contact for our established Alumni creating a strong and supportive relationship between them and the College.

St Ignatius College is:

·        A well-respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community committed to the academic, spiritual and personal development of each individual: the formation of the whole person

·        A warm friendly community where all are respected and valued

·        A school where staff are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support” and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’

·        A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to succeed

The successful candidate will:

·        Have the ability to work calmly under pressure and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude

·        Be able to work as part of a team, in a flexible and co-operative manner, whilst also being self-motivated

·        Be skilled with building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders

·        Have experience with using design platforms such as Canva and Photoshop.

·        Have in-depth knowledge of and be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

·        Be an effective communicator at all levels

·        Be highly organised and have the ability to effectively time manage and prioritise multiple tasks

·        Be available for results days in August and other key evening events

What we offer:

·        Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other

·        Paid Personal Day

·        Two week Autumn half term

·        Cycle scheme

·        Employee Assistance Programme

·        Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities

We value diversity and welcome and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds. We are also committed to our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. St. Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.