Development Administrator

Chesham Grammar School; Lye Green; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Fringe Allowance

Long service awards

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Job summary

Chesham Grammar School is seeking a well-organised administrator to support the Development Director with fundraising and supporter engagement activities. You will coordinate events, communications and campaigns, and maintain accurate donor records to support the school's fundraising goals.

From coordinating relationships with staff, parents and external organisations to researching grant opportunities and reporting on activity, the role requires strong attention to detail and proficient use of

Qualifications

• Experience in school fundraising or charity admin.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work with staff, parents and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Support the Development Director with fundraising campaigns.
• Coordinate events and supporter communications.
• Maintain donor records and manage databases.
• Research grant and trust fund opportunities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Event coordination

Office suite proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have an opportunity for a well-organised and efficient administrator to support the Development Director in delivering the school's fundraising and supporter engagement activities. The successful applicant will work with staff, parents, donors and external organisations, helping to coordinate events, communications and fundraising initiatives.

The role will support the Development Director with maintaining accurate records and databases, donor stewardship and fundraising campaigns, research into grant and trust fund opportunities and ensuring that Development Office activities run smoothly. The postholder will be able to demonstrate excellent administrative and organisational skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, and a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with social media and Canva would be a plus.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CHESHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong. This applies to staff and students alike. Some of the benefits of working at CGS are:

• A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing
• Engaging, highly motivated and able students
• High staff retention
• Staff social events
• London Fringe Allowance
• Long service awards
• Preferential admission for qualified children of school staff
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
• Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Chesham Grammar School, our vision is for everyone to enjoy, achieve and belong. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is one way in which we seek to fulfil this for everyone in our diverse and vibrant school community

Red Kite Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service