Job Description

King Henry VIII School

Coventry

Salary:

A highly attractive remuneration package is offered, reflecting the seniority and strategic nature of this position.

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

Spring 2026

Apply by:

26 August 2025

Job overview

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Coventry School Foundation


Foundation Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications

A highly attractive remuneration package is offered, reflecting the seniority and strategic nature of this position.

Coventry School Foundation (CSF) is a forward-thinking educational charity providing an independent education for around 1,600 pupils aged 3-18. Based in the heart of Coventry, with a history stretching back over 500 years, CSF is a family of six co-educational day schools united by a common purpose: to give young people the foundation for an extraordinary life through exceptional education.





The CEO and Principal is seeking to appoint a dynamic and commercially minded strategic Marcoms professional to further develop and embed a cohesive Marketing, Admissions and Communications strategy across the Foundation and its schools: Bablake Pre-Prep, Bablake Junior School, Bablake School, King Henry VIII Pre-Prep, King Henry VIII Junior School and King Henry VIII School.



The Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications is a pivotal member of the Foundation Leadership Team and will play an integral role in developing and implementing the Foundation's vision and strategy, with a focus on pupil numbers and brand differentiation. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will provide inspiring leadership to a team of ten marketing and admissions professionals. They will ensure that each school's positioning is communicated in a compelling way and will demonstrate the agility to respond to opportunities in the market.



This key leadership role requires an outstanding marketing professional who can develop a cohesive strategy, suggest creative solutions and make a tangible impact. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with an innovative approach, eager to shape and inspire their team to deliver results. They should demonstrate extensive strategic leadership, brand management and influencing skills, gained from within or outside the education sector. Energy, the ability to manage multiple projects, an understanding of excellent customer service and a collaborative style are fundamental to this role.

For further information about the role and details of how to apply please visit:

www.rsacademics.com
Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics in the first instance to arrange a confidential discussion with:


Miranda Landale, Search Consultant: mirandalandale@rsacademics.com

The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 26 August 2025

About

King Henry VIII School

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King Henry VIII School

Warwick Road, Coventry
CV3 6AQ
United Kingdom

+44 24 7627 1111

We are a leading co-educational day school, providing a diverse range of opportunities for young people, from 11 to 18. We serve as the direct feeder school to King Henry VIII Junior School (HMC 3-11).




The school is located on the south side of Coventry, minutes from the railway station and with excellent access to motorways and bus routes.



Our intention is to provide our pupils with a superb education. We are proud of our rich heritage and tradition of academic excellence, which stretch back to 1545, but we are also forward-thinking and quick to adapt in a fast-changing world. We aim to discover each pupil's potential and to ensure that we help our boys and girls to develop fully in an exciting, challenging and supportive environment.



Entrance to the school is by examination. Entry at Sixth Form level is offered on the basis of GCSE results and interview.




The school offers a wide variety of academic and co curricular activities. Examination results are excellent; most students go on to University, with a significant number gaining places at Oxford and Cambridge.




Extensive computer facilities with a wide range of applications are increasingly used across all areas of the curriculum. plus a fantastic swimming pool complex.



Extra curricular activities include a variety of sports, played at high levels, music, drama, expeditions, The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, public speaking and debating, to name a few.




King Henry VIII Senior School provides a focal point for our community and there is little doubt that the outstanding facilities enable our students to flourish both academically and as individuals.




Most importantly, it is a happy school and an exciting place to be.

Working at King Henry VIII School

Staff are all well-qualified and enthusiastic, and have high expectations of themselves and their pupils. We received another outstanding inspection report in May 2023. The school has a strong reputation for pastoral care, and teaching staff are committed to co-curricular activities. Generous fee remission for the children of permanent staff is available at all Foundation schools (from age 3) subject to a minimum number of hours worked. There is an excellent and loyal support staff, who understand their vital role in contributing to pupils' growth and achievements. All staff benefit from free membership of our on-site Sports Club.



Do consult our website (www.kinghenrys.co.uk) for a fuller description of the school, and for our latest news. Our most recent ISI inspection report can be found on our website or at www.isi.net.

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