Social Media & Communications Coordinator

Social Media & Communications Coordinator

About the School - Huddersfield Grammar

We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do.
Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which learn. Children are inspired from the very beginning of their educational journey in Nursery and Reception, and this continues right through the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School.
Huddersfield Grammar School offers academic stretch and an enviable co-curricular programme. We are renowned for our rich vein of kindness and inclusivity. We encourage our pupils to work hard, aspire to high academic standards and we delight in watching them become fully-rounded members of the school and community.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Media & Communications Coordinator to join our fantastic team.

Please note that this vacancy is all year round (52 weeks per year)

About the Role

In this role, you will play a key part in showcasing the school’s values, achievements and community through engaging communications and effective admissions support. You will manage the school’s social media presence, create compelling content, and support the development of high‑quality promotional materials across print and digital platforms. Your work will include producing newsletters, assisting with major publications, and ensuring that school information remains accurate and up to date across all directories and online listings.

A significant aspect of the role involves capturing photography and video that highlights school life, helping to bring its story to life for current and prospective families. You will also support website maintenance, ensuring that content remains fresh, relevant and aligned with the school’s brand.

Alongside marketing activity, you will contribute to the admissions process by assisting with events, email campaigns, and tours for prospective families when required. You will work closely with the Head Teacher, the Admissions Manager and the wider marketing team to ensure that families receive a warm, informative and high‑quality experience throughout their journey with the school.

Safeguarding will be central to your responsibilities, and you will adhere to all relevant policies, procedures and training requirements to ensure the wellbeing of pupils and colleagues.

Throughout the role, you will bring creativity, organisation and a commitment to representing the school with professionalism and care, contributing to its strong reputation within the community.

Who We Are Looking For

• A proactive self‑starter who works confidently and independently
• Someone committed to delivering outstanding service and exceeding expectations
• Excellent written and verbal communicator with the ability to create engaging, emotionally resonant content
• Strong creative skills across design, photography and content creation
• Detail‑focused with a strong sense of brand consistency and visual identity
• Highly organised, calm under pressure and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Strong team player who collaborates well across departments
• Confident using key apps and tools, including Canva, META, Linked In, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

Other qualities:

• Alignment with the school’s ethos and community values
• Warm, approachable and sensitive in communication
• A good sense of humour
• A strong awareness of and commitment to maintaining the school’s reputation

Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.