Communication and Events Co-ordinator
Tiverton, Devon
About Us
Founded in 1604, Blundell's is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 3 - 18 years. Based on 90 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell's fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive. Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students.
We are now looking for a Communication and Events Co-ordinator to join our team on a part-time basis, working four days per week during term time, for a fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.
The Benefits
- Salary of £18,000 per annum
- 4 weeks' paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Meals when the kitchen is in operation
- Branded uniform provided (as required)
- Relevant internal and external training provided
- Use of excellent on-site sports facilities including gym, swimming pool, tennis
courts and fitness suite at staff opening times
- Free staff parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
If you're a talented storyteller with event co-ordination experience and a passion for education, this is a brilliant opportunity to join our wonderful school.
In this pivotal role, you'll play a key part in enhancing our school's image and outreach, directly supporting our mission to provide an outstanding educational experience and fostering a vibrant and engaged school community.
What's more, you'll get to enjoy the rolling hills, lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere that Devon has to offer, whilst enjoying part-time hours, providing a great work/life balance.
So, if you want to join a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas and initiatives are valued, then apply today!
The Role
As our Communication and Events Co-ordinator, you will communicate our school's events, news and stories to the entire school community and our alumni.
Playing a crucial role in fostering closer connections and relationships with everyone associated with the school, you will deliver a year-long schedule of events and create compelling content to engage prospective families, donors, alumni and other stakeholders.
You will collate and develop high-quality content for digital and print platforms, manage social media channels, and implement content marketing strategies to drive engagement and generate leads.
Additionally, you will manage a varied calendar of events, booking venues, speakers and catering, handling the logistics and administration of each event.
Your role will also involve:
- Planning and executing email campaigns
- Monitoring social media trends and engaging with followers
- Ensuring all events stay within budget and track financial expenditures
- Recording and evaluating event success and incorporating new ideas and techniques into future event strategies
About You
To be considered as our Communication and Events Co-ordinator, you will need:
- Experience of event co-ordination
- Intermediate knowledge of working with a database
- Practical knowledge of social media communications
- The ability to compose and circulate various publications to our community
- Excellent organisational skills
Please note, this role does not attract a fee remission.
The closing date for this role is 16th August 2024.
Other organisations may call this role Communications and Events Assistant, Communications and Events Administrator, Communications and Engagement Co-ordinator, Marketing and Communications Co-ordinator, or Marcomms Co-ordinator.
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