Job Description

About Rugby School

Rugby School is a leading independent boarding and day school with a rich heritage and a strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation and holistic education. Our ethos, "The Whole Person is the Whole Point," underpins everything we do. The Marketing & Admissions Team plays a vital role in promoting the School's values and vision to prospective students, parents and the wider community.

The Role

Are you a strategic and creative marketer with a hands-on approach? Rugby School is looking for a talented Brand and Marketing Manager to join our Marketing & Admissions team.

Reporting to the Head of Marketing & Brand, you will play a key role in delivering day-to-day marketing activity that supports student recruitment, enhances brand awareness and strengthens stakeholder engagement. From implementing campaigns and managing digital content to supporting events and publications, this is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of a dynamic and collaborative team.

You will also contribute to marketing activity across other schools and entities within the Rugby School Group.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver integrated marketing campaigns to support pupil recruitment, Open Days and brand awareness

Create engaging content across digital, print and social channels

Work closely with the Admissions team to support the parent journey

Manage advertising schedules and liaise with external suppliers and agencies

Maintain and update website content, ensuring accuracy and optimisation

Monitor campaign and website performance, providing regular reports

Draft and edit news stories, press releases, newsletters and social media content

Support the School's PR consultant with relevant materials

Assist in the marketing of events such as Open Days, Festival on the Close and Crick Run

Produce marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, banners and digital assets

Ensure all communications align with Rugby School's brand guidelines

Collaborate with the Graphic Designer and wider team on creative projects

Support marketing initiatives for the Development and Alumni teams, including the Arnold Foundation

Requirements

Experience in marketing, communications or a related field

Excellent writing, editing and content creation skills

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Confident working across digital platforms and CMS systems

A collaborative mindset and ability to manage multiple projects

A passion for education and storytelling

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's leading independent schools, working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You'll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, authenticity and impact - helping to shape and share the story of Rugby School.

Opportunities for professional development and growth

A competitive salary and benefits package

A vibrant and historic school community with a forward-thinking outlook

For more information and to apply:

Please register and complete an application via our recruitment portal which can be found at www.rugbyschool.co.uk/about/employment-opportunities

Closing date: 17 October 2025

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.

Please Note

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that 'the Whole Person is the Whole point'. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

We have a team of internal recruiters and advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

Charity Registration Number 528752

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person