Director of Marketing and Admissions

Blandford Forum, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, UK (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/ExecutivePermanent

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Summary

The role owns the end-to-end Marketing and Admissions function to drive sustainable pupil recruitment and sharpen Clayesmore’s market proposition, guiding strategy, cross-team collaboration, and ILG partnerships.

  • Leads Marketing and Admissions as part of the senior leadership team
  • Delivers strategic and operational plans to expand pupil recruitment

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • The Director of Marketing and Admissions is the senior leader responsible for driving sustainable pupil recruitment and strengthening Clayesmore’s position in its chosen markets.
  • Reporting directly to the Head and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, the Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across Marketing and Admissions, bringing the functions together into one high-performing team.
  • The role will also act as the principal interface between Clayesmore and ILG in relation to both Marketing and Admissions working collaboratively with group members.

Requirements

  • Experienced, commercially minded and strategically focused leader who can bring Marketing and Admissions together around a clear objective: sustainable pupil recruitment and a compelling Clayesmore proposition.

Benefits

  • * Company pension
  • * Discounted or free food
  • * Employee discount
  • * Free parking
  • * Gym membership
  • * Health & wellbeing programme
  • * On-site parking
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Clayesmore School

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Nestled in the picturesque Dorset countryside, Clayesmore is not just a school; it's a vibrant community where students thrive both academically and personally. We believe in nurturing the individual talents of each student, fostering a lifelong passion for learning, and instilling the confidence to tackle any challenge the world throws their way. According to The Good Schools Guide, there's never a dull moment here!Our dynamic curriculum, both inside and outside the classroom, creates a buzzing atmosphere teeming with possibilities. From outstanding academic achievements to personalised support in our renowned learning department, we ensure success at every level.We're not just about academics though, we're committed to creating an all-encompassing learning environment. Recently, we've invested in upgrading our facilities to ensure our students have the best possible experience. In the last few years we have focused on sports facilities, with brand new ECB standard cricket nets, a top-notch astro pitch and a state-of-the-art gym. We're also looking to the future with excitement, with plans underway for a new theatre and cricket pavilion complex, promising more opportunities for creative arts, sports development and community engagement. Our aim is to continually raise the bar and provide exceptional experiences for our pupils.Beyond academics and facilities, Clayesmore offers a holistic experience for both students and staff. From our welcoming boarding facilities to our dedicated pastoral care, everyone is valued and supported in our inclusive community.As a working environment for talented and energetic teaching and support staff, we understand the importance of continuous professional development and offer a comprehensive professional development programme, designed to support and empower at every stage of your career. We're committed to helping everyone reach their full potential.

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167 employees (6 in marketing)
1% recommend to a friend

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (2% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2.6K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.1%
Direct
28.6%
Referral
9.7%
Social
6.6%
Paid
8.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~167
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Director of Marketing and Admissions

Clayesmore School · Blandford Forum, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, UK · On-site