Director of Marketing and Communications
Taunton School
Taunton, Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2021
Job overview
Thank you for your interest in Taunton School and this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school which prides itself on the high calibre of staff who make up our warm, friendly and diverse community.
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, creative and motivated marketing and communications professional with proven strategic capabilities, a demonstrable track record of success in developing innovative marketing and media campaigns and strong skills in digital marketing. The postholder will work closely with key stakeholders to identify and maximize opportunities to bring the School’s mission and achievements to life.
Reporting to the Head, the role will have a place on the School’s Senior Policy Committee and will report to governors as required. In addition, the role will act as Secretary to the Marketing & Admissions Panel meetings (MAP). The appointee will have line management responsibility for the whole-school marketing team and will work closely with, and share resources with, the International Marketing & Recruitment Manager.
You will need to be an accomplished leader who possesses the drive and vision to grow and champion a whole school culture of strategic marketing. A proven record of accomplishment in education is essential, and ideally in boarding education. Alignment with the aims and ethos of Taunton School and a readiness to ‘roll up sleeves’ and get involved at all levels in this busy school environment are also essential.
This is an exciting role with immense potential, and we welcome your application.
Completed applications should be uploaded at: https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/ quoting reference number 5167. The closing date for applications is 08:30 BST on Thursday 3 June 2021.
Longlist interviews will take place via MS Teams on Friday 11th June 2021. Shortlist interviews will take place at Taunton School on Friday 18th June 2021.
Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer, accredited with the Investors in People Gold Standard, and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability or age. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.
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About Taunton School
Welcome
Founded in 1847, we are an innovative, forward thinking co-educational, non-selective independent school set in a beautiful 56 acre campus in Somerset.
We employ over 600 staff in our school community, in a variety of teaching and support roles, many of whom work for us all year round.
Inspirational teaching can be seen and heard everywhere – from battle re-enactments in History, rockets launching in Design and Technology, to philosophical arguments and debates heard over lunch, and the sound of music rehearsals ringing from the Theatre. We instil a love for learning which stays with an individual throughout their life
We have high expectations of our highly skilled and committed staff and, in return, do everything we can to ensure they have a rewarding and fulfilling career at Taunton School.
We offer a friendly, caring and supportive working environment, underpinned by our belief that it’s essential to look after our people so that they can perform at their very best. Our Investors in People accreditation is proof that we recognise the value of our workforce and are committed to developing the skills of our staff.
We all share a love for Taunton School and a desire to do the best for our students.
Working at Taunton School
Taunton School is set in a beautiful site in arguably one of the most attractive counties in England.
Taunton is in the heart of Somerset in the South West of England and is the area’s county town and commercial centre. The town offers an enviable lifestyle, where culture, art and community are surrounded by natural landscapes and open, public spaces. The region enjoys good weather, areas of outstanding natural beauty and a wonderful coastline.
With a fine range of high quality 19th century Gothic style buildings complemented by 20th century additions, the beautiful buildings comprise vibrant modern classrooms and specialist Arts, Music and Drama spaces. The grounds are well cared for and provide a space for students and staff alike to utilise and enjoy.
Our International Middle School is based at ‘The Grange’ in the nearby village of Kingston St Mary and is a significant historical building with stunning architectural and horticultural features. It really is a home away from home.
Our School ethos is one of a shared responsibility and positive contribution from all to the life and work of this busy community.
It’s not just our students we take care of, so as well as the chance to work in an inspiring environment, with beautiful surroundings, we offer the following benefits to staff:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Pension Schemes Teaching Staff and Support Staff
- Death in Service benefits
- Income Protection
- Simply Health (subsidised health plans)
- BUPA Everyday Rewards
- Marsh 24/7 Employee Assistance
- Paid Compassionate leave
- Discounted membership of Taunton School’s Sports Club
- Discounts with local businesses
- Access to onsite refreshment in our state of the art dining facility
- Free onsite parking
- Specsavers Eye-care scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Techscheme
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Learning and development opportunities
- Wellbeing resources
ISI report
“The quality of pupils’ overall achievement is good, with many outstanding features. The school is very successful in preparing pupils to shape the world in the 21st century, in line with its ambitious aim. Throughout the school pupils display good, and frequently, excellent levels of understanding, knowledge and skills across all their subjects and activities. Overall, results in public examinations are good in relation to pupils’ abilities, indicating that their progress across the school is above the average for pupils of similar ability, and frequently rapid. Pupils with SEND or EAL progress well because of the support they receive.”
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