Marketing Officer -Communications at Eastbourne College | Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK | £24K/yr – £47K/yr

Eastbourne College

Marketing Officer -Communications

Eastbourne, East Sussex, UK (Unknown)

£24K/yr – £47K/yrEntry LevelPermanent

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own comms strategy and storytelling for two schools, aligning audiences from prospective families to alumni, with channel-spanning content and cross-site collaboration to boost recruitment and visibility.

Brand storytelling and communications planning across multiple formats to resonate with diverse audiences.
Editorial judgment and cross-school collaboration to maintain consistent voice and maximize impact.
Channel mix ownership from feature articles to press releases and website content to support recruitment and reputation.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Shape how Eastbourne College and St Andrew’s Prep communicate with prospective families, current parents, pupils, alumni, staff, and the wider community
Craft authentic, impactful communications across channels and formats – from feature articles, emails, press releases, and website content to campaign messaging, publications and more
Bring strong editorial judgement, creativity and a deep understanding of crafting authentic communications that resonate with different audiences
Develop compelling storytelling, communications planning, and brand messaging
Strengthen engagement, support pupil recruitment, and enhance the reputation and visibility of both schools
Work collaboratively across both schools

Requirements

Experienced communications professional
Exceptional writer
Ability to craft authentic, impactful communications across a wide range of channels and formats (e.g., feature articles, emails, press releases, website content, campaign messaging)
Strong editorial judgement
Understanding of how to craft authentic communications that resonate with different audiences
Willingness to collaborate across Eastbourne College and St Andrew’s Prep

Benefits

Company events
Discounted or free food
Free flu jabs
Free parking
On-site gym

Eastbourne College

An award-winning independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 13 to 18, Eastbourne College combines academic ambition with exceptional pastoral care in one of the UK’s healthiest and most beautiful coastal locations. The College sits between the South Downs National Park and the sea, within walking distance of Eastbourne’s town centre. We provide an education that develops confident, balanced and authentic all-rounders - young people who challenge themselves academically, physically and creatively. Our pupils achieve strong exam results and progress to leading universities in the UK and abroad, supported by dedicated teachers and expert university and careers guidance.Our campus offers outstanding facilities, including a state-of-the-art sports complex, swimming pool, performing arts and music centre, modern classrooms and specialist studios. Boarding houses provide a welcoming home for pupils, encouraging independence and lasting friendships. Wellbeing underpins everything we do. We believe healthy ambition grows from healthy habits, minds and bodies, and our location and community ethos support this every day.Please do contact us on 01323 733203 or visit eastbourne-college.co.uk to learn more.

Eastbourne, England, GBR

207 employees (20 in marketing)

www.eastbourne-college.co.uk