Public Relations and Communications Manager

LOOKING FOR A WORTHWHILE JOB THAT REALLY MAKES A DIFFERENCE TO PEOPLE’S LIVES? DO YOU WANT TO BE THE FACE OF A LOCAL PRIMARY SCHOOL? 

Here at Arundel Church of England School (ACE) we pride ourselves on our school values of Faith, Hope and Love. These are fundamental to our school way of life and form the foundations of our school community. 

We are looking for a well organised and creative individual to join our ACE family within the dynamic, friendly office team. We offer a rewarding and stimulating working environment along with opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will be flexible and organised. They will need to use their own initiative and work to clear deadlines maintaining a calm and professional manner. We are looking for someone who has good interpersonal skills, has a high standard of literacy, maths and I.T. Some experience of SIMS would be beneficial but not essential. If you have the skills and attributes that are required, we would love to hear from you.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work in a role that makes a difference to so many people’s lives. 

Post Accountable to: Headteacher

Purpose: To promote the school and develop effective communication with the school’s stakeholders and the wider community as well as helping to ensure the smooth running of the office and the school.

Hours of Duty/Schedule: 8.30am – 4.00pm Monday – Friday

Applicants must ensure they include a supporting statement alongside the West Sussex application form detailing their suitability for the post in relation to the job description and person specification, with 2 sides of A4 as a maximum. Please note, a CV alone is not acceptable.

We would also welcome favourably those candidates who provide a video of why they should be the face of ACE. 

Applications must be emailed to Mrs T Spencer, School Business Manager, at office@arundel.w-sussex.sch.uk 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required prior to commencement.

Application deadline: 22nd January 2021 by 4.00pm. 

Shortlisting: 22nd January 2021

Interview Date: 27th January 2021

Expected start date: tbc 

Job Type: Term time only, Permanent 

Salary: Salary range dependent on experience 

Confidentiality: All staff are required to respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to the school, pupils and staff.