Holyport College - Director of Communications and Admissions

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Holyport College is seeking a Director of Communications and Admissions. This leadership role involves overseeing the Admissions and Communications teams, enhancing engagement with parents and stakeholders, and promoting the school’s profile. With a focus on strategic communications, the successful candidate will ensure high-quality information dissemination.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational settings and strong communication skills are desirable.
• Leadership experience required to manage significant teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Admissions team to enhance the school's enrollment.
• Develop communication strategies promoting the school.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to shape school culture.

Job description

Situated in the picturesque village of Holyport, close to Windsor, Maidenhead and London, Holyport College is the country's first state day and boarding free school and has Eton College as its sole education sponsor. Popular with parents, we are one of the most over-subscribed schools in our area.

The Director of Communications and Admissions is a new, senior, wide-reaching, strategic and operational role. The role combines leadership of Admissions, which is currently a well-established team, with leadership of Communications and Marketing, which is currently widely shared across the staff team. You would work very closely with the Headteacher and the rest of our Leadership team, of which you would be a key part. You will shape the development of a culture of high-quality, timely, relevant communication with parents, potential parents and other stakeholders as well as one which showcases our wonderful school to a much wider audience.

For more information, please visit our website to download an application pack: www.holyportcollege.org.uk

Should you require further information, please contact Alastair Ingall, Head, by email on [e-mail]

Application documents should be returned by email to [e-mail]

Closing Date: Midday, Monday 30 June 2025. Interviews later that week.

Holyport College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are required to obtain an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.