Development Assistant

Bancroft's; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Bancroft's School as a Development Assistant and play a vital role in strengthening community ties among alumni and donors. You'll coordinate events, manage communications, and support fundraising initiatives, all while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a chance to grow within a nurturing environment committed to inclusivity and development.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Commitment to professional development

27 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising and event management preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging community and fundraising events.
• Manage and disseminate communications to alumni and potential donors.
• Provide logistical support for fundraising efforts.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Event planning

Detail-oriented

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the vibrant Fundraising and Development team at Bancroft's School. As the Development Assistant, you will be at the heart of building and nurturing a strong, connected Bancroft's community - especially among alumni, donors and friends of the school.

The Fundraising and Development Department at Bancroft's School comprises the Director of Fundraising and Development, Data and Development Officer and Development Assistant. They oversee the Bancroft's Foundation, alumni and community engagement, donor relations, and fundraising initiatives including events; playing a key role in advancing the School's philanthropic and community goals.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Development, you will play a key role in planning and delivering events, managing and disseminating communications and supporting fundraising efforts. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, getting involved in details and making things happen.

The purpose of the role is to strengthen relationships across the Bancroft's community - especially alumni and potential donors - through engaging events, thoughtful communications, and proactive logistical support. This role blends relationship-building with practical execution and requires someone who is both people-focused and detail-oriented.

The post is full-time, 52 weeks per year. The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch. The role will be office-based during term time, with flexibility for occasional remote work during the 18 weeks of the school holidays. Four days a week will be considered. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required for events.

Holidays for a full-time member of staff are 27 days per year, as well as 8 Bank Holidays, to be taken during the school holidays, unless otherwise agreed by the Director of Fundraising and Development.

The salary range for the full-time role is GBP32,000 - GBP34,000, based upon experience.

We offer a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, and have a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development for all of our staff. Please see the job description on our website for full details of the benefits package.

Bancroft's School creates a happy learning environment, where bright children are challenged and supported to become the best versions of themselves. Bancroft's is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

For further details and an application pack, please visit or email:

Closing date for applications: 9.00am on Thursday 3rd July 2025.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 10th July 2025.

Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.

Bancroft's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants are required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Bancroft's may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their applications.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Bancroft's is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.