Marketing Manager

Framlingham College is a co-educational day and boarding school comprising of the Prep School in the beautiful surroundings of Brandeston Hall, and the Senior School which is set in the stunning surroundings in the market town of Framlingham. Curiosity and inquiry are at the heart of a vibrant learning culture and at Framlingham College we believe that every child should experience the joy that is to be found in learning. A Framlingham College education aims to nurture essential skills and habits – adaptability, teamwork, and good decision-making for example – by weaving them into the curriculum. We are determined to prepare our young people for their adult world.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Marketing Manager to drive forward the already successful marketing of the College and lead the dedicated team. The Principal, Louise North has circulated her Vision 2025 clearly outlining the direction for the College over the next 4 years, in line with this the Marketing department is raising the awareness of the school and shaping the narrative nationally and globally.

The ideal candidate will be a highly practical, creative and organised individual, who is an exceptional communicator. He/she will be an inspiring leader and manager with experience of shaping, developing and implementing highly effective marketing strategies. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of target-hitting success in a marketing, communications, public relations or a business environment.

Job Purpose:  

Responsibility for creating an integrated programme of marketing to achieve maximum benefits for the College, and working closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team to:

• Market Framlingham College to increase pupil numbers in line with specific strategic objectives.
• Work with the College Marketing Consultant to implement the Marketing strategy.
• Take every opportunity to positively promote the College to prospective families, existing parents, feeder schools, alumni and the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effective management of high-quality stakeholder relations, with parents and pupils at the centre of all marketing and communications strategies.
• Work with the Director of Admissions and the Commercial & Events Manager to ensure consistency of messaging in all College events, from Open Days to Sports Festivals.
• Support staff and pupils in ensuring the College brand is applied consistently across all areas including the adherence to the Brand guidelines.
• Provide overall editorial and design control across all communications, advertising and marketing media. 
• Oversee the professional appearance of public spaces, the use of appropriate signage and display material within the College to provide uniformity and appropriate branding.
• Oversight of all key collateral, external promotional material and all College advertising, both print and digital, ensuring the suitability of content, design and presentation.

For the full job description, please download the recruitment pack.

This is a year-round role working 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday, but flexibility will be required due to the nature of the role. The annual salary for the role is £39,000.

We offer a supportive working environment, a competitive salary as well as a free lunch each day the kitchen is operational. We also offer a number of other benefits including a contributory pension scheme and complimentary gym membership.

Click 'Quick Apply' and once fully completed please submit your application, ensuring a covering letter is included the Supporting Statement section.

Closing date: Midday Monday 1 November

Interviews: w/c 8 November

Framlingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.