Digital Marketing Assistant

Charterhouse; Godalming; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Godalming is seeking a Digital Marketing Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role focuses on supporting marketing and communications activities, enhancing digital presence, and requires strong communication skills and a relevant degree. Ideal for a recent graduate or early-career marketing professional eager to develop their expertise across various digital channels. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team environment and gain exposure to wider School initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a related subject.
• Basic graphic design and layout skills in Adobe Creative Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and optimisation of marketing activities.
• Manage content creation, social media, and email marketing.
• Help enhance the online presence and communication of the brand.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of website platforms

Basic graphic design skills

Familiarity with social media management

Good organisational skills

Education

Degree in Marketing / Digital Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Media or related subject

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Video editing software (Premier Pro / DaVinci Resolve)

Website CMS

Job description

Digital Marketing Assistant – Charterhouse International

Location : Godalming

Salary : £25,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on skills and experiences

Vacancy Type : 6 month fixed term contract

Charterhouse is a beautiful school in a 250-acre campus – a wonderful setting for the whole community to live and work together and a splendid backdrop for teaching and learning.

Founded in 1611, Charterhouse is one of the world’s leading coeducational independent schools, welcoming boarders and day pupils at 13+ entry and 16+ entry.

Surrounded by a world of opportunity and connected by a feeling of belonging, each pupil at Charterhouse is educated to embrace life’s full potential and empowered to carry this into their future. A Charterhouse education prepares for both academic success as well as laying the foundations for future professional, social and personal fulfilment.

The Role

We are seeking a creative and motivated Digital Marketing Assistant to support the planning, execution, and optimisation of marketing and communications activities for Charterhouse Online and Charterhouse International Ltd. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career marketing professional eager to develop hands‑on experience across a broad range of digital channels and creative disciplines.

As a key member of a small, collaborative team, you will help enhance the international and online presence and ensure our brand and values are communicated effectively to diverse audiences.

Reporting to the Senior Director, you will play an active role in supporting the day‑to‑day running of marketing and communications, supporting content creation, social media management, website updates, email marketing, analytics, and contributing to other marketing activities as required. You will also gain exposure to wider School initiatives, working closely with colleagues across the marketing team and departments throughout the School.

This is a fixed term contract for a period of 6 months.

Person Specification

Relevant Experience / Knowledge

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of website platforms.
• Basic graphic design and layout skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with social media management and analytics tools.
• A good understanding of preparing artwork for print and online.
• Experience with video editing software (Premier Pro / DaVinci Resolve an advantage).
• Understanding of streaming / video content management.
• Good organisational skills, able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative, and creative approach.
• Interest in education, international audiences, and digital learning.

Desirable

• Relevant experience within the education sector.
• Understanding of SEO principles and Google Analytics.
• Photography, video editing, or digital storytelling skills.
• Relevant experience within the education sector.
• Experience using a website CMS.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Marketing / Digital Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Media, or a related subject.
• Excellent command of the English language.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Charterhouse,please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 5th January 2026