The Queen's School - Director of Marketing, Admissions and Development

Cheshire
The Queen's School
Full-time

Summary

We are seeking a highly organised, creative and experienced marketing professional to develop and lead a comprehensive marketing, admissions and development strategy.

Detail

This is an exciting opportunity to join The Queen’s School at a pivotal time in its development. We are looking for a highly organised, creative and experienced marketing professional with a genuine interest in the independent education sector to lead our Marketing and Admissions team. The successful candidate will possess a strong work ethic and a desire to immerse themselves into the community, enabling them to become an authentic ambassador for the school.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Marketing, Admissions and Development will develop and lead a comprehensive marketing, admissions and development strategy that strengthens the school’s brand, enhances stakeholder engagement, and supports enrolment growth. They will also provide strategic leadership to a high-performing team, ensuring all marketing activities align with the school’s mission, values, and regulatory standards while driving innovation and measurable results.

This is a pivotal role in shaping the school’s future, driving pupil recruitment, and elevating our brand with vision, creativity and strategic insight. The ideal candidate will bring:

A proven track record in marketing, communications, or development, ideally within education or a values-driven organisation.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience of building high-performing teams.
Excellent interpersonal and storytelling abilities, capable of engaging a diverse range of stakeholders including prospective families, alumnae, and donors.
A hands-on, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in independent education.

This is more than a marketing role—it is a chance to make a lasting impact on a thriving school community with an ambitious vision for the future.

Remuneration

The role offers a competitive salary which will be dependent on skills and experience.

To recruit the right candidate and ensure the best fit for both the individual and the organisation, the school is willing to accept applications from candidates seeking a role on a reduced FTE of 0.8, up to full time. Therefore, candidates are encouraged to detail their desired working pattern on their applications.

Benefits of working at The Queen’s School

In return for your commitment the School offers:

A strong sense of community
Supportive colleagues
A competitive salary
Pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year, in addition to Bank Holidays. Entitlement increases to 30 days per year following 5 years’ service.
Access to 24/7 online GP and other health and well-being experts
On-site parking
Pension Scheme
Subsidised meals
School fees discount
Regular social events

Application

To apply for this position please submit a fully completed application form as well as including a letter of application (no more than two pages) outlining:

· Your interest in the role at The Queen’s School and how your experience aligns with the key areas of the role: marketing, admissions, and development

· Your leadership approach and how you’ve built or led successful teams

· What attracts you to The Queen’s School and how your values align with its ethos

The application form can be found on the School website https://www.thequeensschool.co.uk/our-school/job-vacancies and the completed application form and letter of application should be submitted to recruitment@thequeensschool.co.uk specifying preferred working hours by 9.00am on Monday 11 August 2025.

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 18 August 2025. For further information, you may wish to visit our website www.thequeensschool.co.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

No recruitment agencies please.