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Job Description Junior Marketing Projects Assistant

Required: September 2026

Reporting to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Salary: £17,000 per annum

Hours: Part-Time (4 days per week), Term-Time Only

Fixed Term: 12 months

The Role

The Junior Marketing Projects Assistant will play a key role in supporting the delivery of two strategically important projects over the next 12 months: the development and launch of the School’s new website and the implementation of targeted marketing campaigns to support Junior School recruitment and admissions.

Working closely with the Marketing & Communications team, the postholder will provide hands-on support across content creation, digital marketing, campaign delivery, and project administration. This role will help ensure the successful delivery of these time-bound initiatives, while also enhancing audience engagement, and supporting pupil recruitment objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with an interest in marketing to gain valuable hands-on experience in a friendly and supportive environment. Previous experience is not essential.

The School

The King’s School is one of the dozen oldest schools in the country and has a proud heritage dating back to at least 1087, with a re-foundation in 1541. King’s is the Cathedral School in the city of Gloucester, whilst the surrounding county is home to many excellent grammar and state schools, as well as other independent schools. King’s is held in high regard amidst this competitive area; our academic, co-curricular and pastoral attainment is second to none. Local media brand SoGlos has awarded King’s the title of ‘Independent School of the Year’ or ‘Highly Commended’ in every one of the last six years – a feat unmatched by any other local independent school – most recently winning the title in May 2025. Despite the multiple national-scale challenges of recent years, King’s has seen its pupil roll growing steadily and parental satisfaction scoring very highly indeed. With careful investment in the campus and facilities, as well as a continuous focus on improving teaching and learning and developing our outstanding pastoral care, King’s is now seen as a dynamic, forward-thinking and impressive place to study and to work.

Key Areas of Focus

Website Development Project:

Supporting content auditing, creation and migration;

• Coordinating page updates, imagery and stakeholder feedback;

• Assisting with SEO implementation and website testing.

Junior School Marketing Campaigns:

• Assisting in planning and delivering pupil recruitment campaigns;

• Developing and scheduling digital and social media content;

• Supporting open events, outreach activities and admissions communications.

Main Duties

Under the guidance of the Head of Marketing & Communications, the Junior Marketing Projects Assistant will gain hands-on experience in a variety of activities including:

Website Development:

• Supporting the planning, development, and delivery of the new website;

Ensuring clarity of the School’s brand, tone of voice, and key messaging;

• Liaising with internal stakeholders to gather content, feedback, imagery, and requirements for new and existing web pages;

• Working with external website developers and suppliers to coordinate updates;

• Supporting the implementation of SEO best practices to improve website visibility and search performance.

Digital Marketing Campaigns:

• Developing and implementing marketing campaigns targeting prospective parents;

• Creating digital and print promotional materials;

• Creating and scheduling social media content (incl. video);

• Supporting email marketing campaigns for prospective parents.

Events & Open Days:

• Helping to coordinate promotional activity for Open Days & Mornings;

• Supporting event delivery and follow-up communications.

Content Creation:

• Writing news stories, case studies and pupil success features;

Gathering photos, video and testimonials;

• Creating engaging content for print and digital platforms;

• Maintaining a lively content calendar.

Personal Profile

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual with an interest in marketing and communications. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills, enjoy creating engaging content, and be interested in how digital channels and social media can be used to reach and engage different audiences. You will also be organised, able to manage competing priorities, and comfortable working with a range of colleagues and stakeholders.

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Previous marketing experience is not essential. More important is a genuine willingness to learn, a proactive approach, and the ability to apply yourself to new challenges. You will be curious, adaptable and collaborative, with a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. As part of a supportive team, you will have the opportunity to develop valuable marketing and communications skills while contributing to important projects that support the School's growth and success.

Hours of Work

The Junior Marketing Projects Assistant shall work 30 hours per week, from 08:30 to 17:00 with a one-hour lunch break, Tuesday to Friday during term-time and during two additional weeks of the published School holidays as agreed with the Head of Marketing & Communications.

Benefits

• A contributory pension through Aviva APTIS;

Generous fee remission for children being educated at King’s;

Wraparound care for Junior School children being educated at King’s;

• Access to a Doctor for advice and short consultations;

• Staff Wellbeing Programme and Wellbeing Day (additional leave);

Cycle to Work scheme;

• Various discounts for local services including gym memberships and garages;

• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme;

Free lunches;

• Free on-site parking.

Applications

Candidates should apply through TES or by submitting a completed School Application Form and Covering Letter via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk. A CV is not required. Candidates are advised that the School is currently on summer break, so there may be a delay in the acknowledgement of your application.

For further information, please contact Mr Harry Fuller or Mrs Rebecca Markey on 01452 337337 or via email to recruitment@thekingsschool.co.uk.

GLOUCESTER

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The King’s School, Gloucester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check (including Children’s Barred List), satisfactory references from previous employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including a prohibition from teaching check where appropriate (which may include for some non-teaching positions) and, in line with KCSIE, an online search for shortlisted candidates only – this will consist of a Google and social media search. The search is looking for anything that calls into question the candidate’s suitability to work with children, or could cause harm to the reputation of The King’s School, Gloucester. Any information discovered will be shared with members of the interviewing panel prior to interview. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013, 2020 and 2023), which would otherwise mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and would not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they were disclosed, employers could not take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.

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