Director of Marketing and Admissions

Overview

This is an outstanding opportunity to take the lead in delivering a foundation-wide strategy for marketing, communications and admissions for this ambitious family of three independent schools.

Tracing its history back to 1495, Loughborough Schools Foundation combines over 500 years of academic excellence with a forward-looking, globally minded approach to educating children of all ages. Today, the Foundation includes a Nursery, a Prep School and two Senior Schools, educating over 1,700 pupils aged from 6 weeks to 18 years. Loughborough High School and Loughborough Grammar School both rank among the top 10 independent schools in the East Midlands in the latest Parent Power, Sunday Times Schools Guide.

Reporting directly to the newly appointed CEO and working as part of the Executive Team, the Director of Marketing and Admissions will be responsible for developing a multi‑channel marketing strategy that not only drives admissions across the schools but builds profile and long‑term advocacy among current parents, alumni and key stakeholders. It is a pivotal leadership role that offers a genuine opportunity to help shape an exciting new phase and future for the Foundation.

The Foundation is looking for a dynamic leader to inspire and provide strategic direction for a 13‑strong team of marketing and admissions professionals. Excellent communication skills will also be essential to navigate, collaborate and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be an effective and experienced strategic marketer with an extensive professional skillset and demonstrable track record in strategic marketing, communications, and customer relations gained from within or outside the education sector. They will bring an instinctive understanding of the independent education landscape and the relational and creative skills to thrive in this exciting role.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RS Academics in the first instance to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role:

Hannah Freestone‑Smith

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.