Head of Marketing and Communications in Buckhurst Hill, Essex

Role: Head of Marketing and Communications

Start Date: January or February 2027

Location: North East London/Essex Borders

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

A leading independent school in North East London bordering with Essex is seeking a Head of Marketing and Communications. This is a full time and permanent role from January or February 2027.

There is much to build on in this new role. The establishment of a small family group of schools marks a significant new chapter in the School's history. Alongside national recognition and a new website in development, it gives the School fresh opportunities to nurture our narrative. The successful applicant will help turn that momentum into marketing and communications that further strengthen our reputation and give families clear reasons to choose this particular School.

As Head of Marketing and Communications, you will work as a strategic partner to the Director of Admissions, Marketing and Communications. You will bring professional judgement and an understanding of our audiences, helping set the direction and taking responsibility for delivery.

The Head wants someone who sees possibilities, asks great questions and brings ideas to the table that they haven’t considered. You will have the trust and space to challenge familiar approaches, create work that makes people take notice and use data to understand what works. There is real ambition here, shared by colleagues who care about the School and want to see it succeed.

You will lead and support the Marketing Officer, collaborate with specialist creative partners and play an active role in creating content that brings School life to the fore.

Working closely with Admissions, you will develop distinct approaches for marketing our Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form. The role is focused on the School, with opportunities to share expertise and contribute to selected projects across our Family of Schools.

If you have experience in marketing and communications, a passion for education combined with enthusiasm for engaging families effectively and have integrity, professionalism and respect, please send your CV to Duncan or contact him for more information including an information pack.

Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.