Head of Marketing and Communications

isbi schools; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Marketing and Communications for a maternity cover contract. The role focuses on developing and executing marketing strategies to enhance the school's brand and support student recruitment. Responsibilities include managing marketing activities, overseeing communications, and engaging with stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary range of £49,140 to £55,000 based on experience. This is an opportunity to lead marketing initiatives in a respected educational environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership skills to develop and deliver robust marketing strategies.
• Proven experience in a marketing or communications position.
• Ability to manage teams and communication projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of integrated marketing and communications strategies.
• Manage advertising campaigns and liaise with designers.
• Act as a brand ambassador and enhance the school's visibility.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Brand management

Event management

Stakeholder engagement

Content creation

Job description

Head of Marketing and Communications (Maternity Cover)

Job Reference

CLSG440

Closing Date

02-Feb-26

We are seeking an exceptional, strategic, and visionary Head of Marketing and Communications to help lead and shape the school's brand narrative, enhance visibility and support student recruitment. This is a pivotal role, responsible for developing and delivering an integrated marketing and communications strategy that aligns with the school's ethos, values, and aims.

This role is offered as a one-year fixed-term contract as maternity leave cover from May 2026.

Purpose of the post

Under the direction of the Director of External Relations, lead on the development and delivery of plans and strategies for marketing and communications activities at City of London School for Girls in accordance with the school's strategic goals. Lead on all marketing activities, including copywriting, event management, developing the school's relationship with key stakeholders, managing publications, acting as a brand ambassador, managing advertising campaigns and commissioning and liaising with designers and photographers. Position the school as a sector leader through clear brand messaging, targeted campaigns, and high-impact storytelling. Oversee marketing and communication strategies for the school with measured and costed plans for delivering targets. Actively promote the school and develop new opportunities for promotion through events, advertising, feeder schools, school fairs and school shows etc.

Line manage the According to the communications and marketing team. Reporting to: Director of External Relations Responsible for: Communications Officer, Content and Digital Media Officer (to be appointed spring 2026)

Salary: £49,140 to £55,000 plus Market Forces, dependent on experience.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.