Marketing & PR Assistant

Marketing & PR Assistant  
Barnstaple, Devon  

About Us 

Since the 1800s, West Buckland School has been a leader in education in North Devon. We have created opportunities for boys and girls to fulfil their academic potential and grow and develop as young people.  

We are now looking for a Marketing & PR Assistant to join our passionate team in Barnstaple. 

The Benefits:  

- Competitive salary  
- Pension and employee assistance programme  
- Free parking and meals provided at lunchtime  
- Exceptional facilities, including our fitness suite and staff swimming sessions  
- Engaging role
- Contribute to the success of a leading school  
- Amazing location set in 100 acres on the edge of Exmoor  
- 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays  

Founded in 1858, West Buckland School has a rich history and we have grown significantly in recent years. We have continually invested in our school to provide pupils with the best possible facilities, including an excellent sports complex and an award-winning building which is home to our Art and Design & Technology Departments and our theatre.  

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the brand and voice of one of North Devon’s leading independent schools. You will have the chance to bring your ideas to the table, make a positive impact and play a key role in our ongoing growth.  

Your Role:  

As a Marketing & PR Assistant, you will work at the heart of our strategic marketing and admissions operations across our Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form.  

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will:  

- Manage the school’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages  
- Write press releases and news stories for the website  
- Assist with the creation of marketing collateral  
- Ensure that key marketing ‘touch points’ around the school campus are relevant, eye-catching and informative  
- Assist with the creation of display materials for open days and events  
- Perform a range of administrative tasks  

About You:  

To join us as a Marketing & PR Assistant, you will need:  

- Expert knowledge of social media   
- Excellent proofreading skills and a great eye for detail  
- An understanding of independent schools  
- A high level of IT literacy  
- A highly organised approach and the ability to stay calm under pressure  

Previous PR and media experience would be beneficial, as would knowledge of InDesign, Publisher and Photoshop. Experience of working within a school, particularly an independent school, would also be advantageous.  

We’re eager to hear from individuals with experience as a Social Media Officer, Social Media Co-ordinator, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Communications Assistant, Communications Assistant, Marcoms Officer or Digital Marketing Assistant.

The closing date for applications is the 4th January 2019. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 7th January 2019.  

West Buckland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. The post is defined as being within the scope of Regulated Activity.  

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