Overview

Marketing and Communications Officer

Hours: 8.00am – 5.30pm

Salary: £36,000 P.A.

Holiday: 30 days holiday per year + Bank holidays

Required ASAP

Closing Date: 12.00pm 26th September 2025

Applications will be considered as received and before the closing date.

Gatehouse School, which is part of the Phyllis Wallbank Educational Trust, is a flourishing, non-selective, independent school in the heart of the East End. We are proud of our inclusive and friendly ethos which sets out to provide the best education possible for children, establishing a modern outlook on primary education while ensuring that it retains the key values on which it was founded.

The successful applicant will benefit from being part of a professional, supportive staff team as well as a competitive salary package.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic marketing plan in collaboration with the Admissions department.
• Enhance the school’s brand visibility and reputation.
• Attract prospective families and engage with various stakeholders.

Qualifications and qualities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to try new things.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Application process

Applications should be submitted using the Gatehouse application form provided. Please complete the form and return by post or email to deputy.bursar@gatehouseschool.co.uk

Equal Opportunities

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Safeguarding

Gatehouse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers, social media/online checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Gatehouse School complies with the Department for Education Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) guidance and all potential employees will undergo vetting checks to ensure their suitability. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake a satisfactory disclosure.