Hurstpierpoint College - Foundation Engagement Executive

Summary

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Foundation team at Hurstpierpoint College. As our Foundation Engagement Executive, you’ll play a key part in strengthening ties across our alumni, parent and wider school community while supporting the growth and impact of the Hurst Foundation.

Detail

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Foundation team at Hurstpierpoint College. This is a fantastic role for someone who loves building relationships, creating meaningful connections and bringing community stories to life. As our Foundation Engagement Executive, you’ll play a key part in strengthening ties across our alumni, parent and wider school community while supporting the growth and impact of the Hurst Foundation

The Hurst Foundation unites Old Johnians, current and former parents, former staff, Governors and friends of the College. Its purpose is to celebrate the Hurst community, encourage lifelong engagement and support philanthropic activity that enhances opportunities for pupils.

The Role

As our Foundation Engagement Executive, you’ll play a key part in our engagement and fundraising work by:

• Managing and developing the Foundation’s ToucanTech database
• Building strong, meaningful relationships with alumni and supporters
• Coordinating and delivering a busy programme of events across the Foundation community
• Creating compelling communications — newsletters, magazines, social content and website updates
• Supporting regular giving, donor stewardship and reporting
• Creating opportunities for alumni to connect professionally and support current pupils

You’ll work closely with the Director of Foundation and colleagues across Marketing, Admissions, Futures and the wider College. Some weekend and evening work is required, with time off in lieu.

What We Are Looking for:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, across email, phone and face‑to‑face
• Database management experience, ideally within a CRM or supporter system
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
• A positive, professional and engaging presence, especially at events
• Resilience and adaptability, comfortable juggling varied tasks and shifting priorities

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience within charity, philanthropy, fundraising or alumni relations
• Experience working within a school or educational environment
• Familiarity with social media content planning, analytics or digital engagement
• An interest in or experience with AI tools for communications and workflow
• An understanding of independent school environments
• IDPE qualifications or interest in professional development in this area
• Strong organisation skills with a proactive, detail‑driven approach
• Experience supporting events, donor stewardship or community engagement programmes.

Working at Hurst:

Hurst is one of Sussex’s leading independent schools, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for both pupils and staff. With almost 1,400 pupils across our Senior and Prep Schools, we combine academic excellence with a strong sense of community.

As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy working in a stunning countryside setting while remaining well-connected. We’re just 20 minutes from the city and beaches of Brighton & Hove, and London is under an hour away by train. Free on-site parking is available to all staff.

We also offer an extensive range of staff benefits, including free on-site parking, free lunches during term time, use of our exceptional sports facilities, access to wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for professional development.

Hurstpierpoint College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.