Group Director of Marketing and Communications

St Dunstan’s Education Group (SDEG) is one of the fastest‑growing not‑for‑profit independent school groups in the UK. It comprises a dynamic family of schools in south London, united by a shared ethos of integrity, curiosity, and community, and by a bold vision for modern, future‑focused education. Across its four schools and six sites, SDEG educates approximately 1,800 pupils from the earliest years through to Sixth Form.

SDEG’s defining philosophy
-Excellence. Differently.

- is a commitment to reimagining what excellence in education looks like. It encompasses sector‑leading pupil progress, outstanding public examination results, national recognition in sport, music and drama, and award‑winning approaches to wellbeing, inclusion, and curriculum reform. It also reflects the Group’s belief that excellence must extend beyond the classroom to the way it supports families, serves communities, and invests in its staff.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the narrative of a Group that is redefining what independent education can and should be. SDEG is looking for an outstanding Marketing and Communications senior leader who can bring clarity, creativity, and strategic insight; someone who can tell the Group’s story with authenticity and conviction; someone who understands the power of relationships and the importance of aligning message with mission.

This high profile and exciting leadership position will most likely be suited to either an experienced education professional or an outstanding individual from a commercial or third-sector background who brings both an instinctive understanding of the independent education landscape and the strategic, relational, and creative skills to thrive in this complex and exciting role.

Interested candidates are invited to contact Cat Sutherland-Hawes at RS Academics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion:

Further information and details of how to apply can be found on the RS Academics website:

Closing date: 10.00am on Monday 2nd March 2026.

St Dunstan’s Education Group 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.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. xekaoyc

RS Academics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.