Marketing and Admissions Manager

Marketing and Admissions Manager – The Oratory Prep School Oxfordshire, UK www.oratoryprep.co.uk School Introduction The Oratory Prep School (The OPS) is an independent day and boarding school providing an enriched education to boys and girls aged 2 to 13. Benefiting from being part of the wider Bellevue Education group, we are committed to delivering exceptional teaching; combining the best of tradition with the latest innovations. Set within 65 acres of Oxfordshire countryside with outstanding facilities, we nurture happy, balanced, confident and inquisitive children. Job Description As Marketing and Admissions Manager at The Oratory Prep School, you will develop and execute marketing and communication plans that drive recruitment and promote word of mouth and parent satisfaction. You will work closely with the Head of Marketing and Admissions, the Headmaster, and the Bellevue central marketing team to articulate the ethos and character of the school, building brand awareness of The Oratory Prep School and its unique selling points. This part‑time role (0.8 FTE / 32 hrs per week) starts January 2026 or as soon as possible, with a salary of £32,000‑£37,000 pro‑rata. Responsibilities – Marketing Design and implement the annual marketing strategy based on data, research and performance analysis. Support all social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) – content planning, creation, scheduling, community engagement and reporting. Design visually engaging digital and print content, maintaining a consistent brand image. Support online/offline advertising and promotional campaigns. Create live and dynamic content (stories, reels, video snippets) that showcase daily life and celebrate pupil and school achievements. Manage the school website and HubSpot CRM, ensuring all content and enquiry journeys are up‑to‑date and conversion‑optimised. Maintain brand identity, tone, messaging and visuals that reflect the school’s ethos and values. Provide photography, videography and creative assets; keep the media bank current. Plan and deliver key marketing events and campaigns, including Open Mornings, Stay & Play sessions and Preschool promotions. Coordinate with designers, printers, suppliers and local media outlets to maximise exposure. Support internal communications to keep parents informed and engaged. Responsibilities – Admissions Build strong relationships with prospective families, acting as their main point of contact throughout the admissions journey. Conduct school tours and taster events, tailoring each visit to the family's needs. Maintain accurate records in HubSpot and iSAMS, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Generate weekly and monthly KPI reports, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement. Manage Open Mornings, Private Tours and Parent Events, ensuring a high‑quality experience. Conduct parent feedback surveys at key stages, monitoring satisfaction and identifying improvement opportunities. Present admissions and marketing updates to Governors and the Bellevue Group as required. Ensure visa compliance for international pupils, adhering to all legal and group requirements. Maintain good relations with key agents and manage overseas recruitment agencies. Maintain records throughout the admission process and after pupils join the school under Tier 4. Understand UKVI Points system, sponsor responsibilities, licence renewal and undergo required training. Assist agents/parents with visa queries. Support running of school events. Person Specification – Essential Experience and Skills Proven experience in marketing, admissions, or communications, ideally within a school or service‑led organisation. Strong understanding of digital marketing and social media management. Copywriting, design or photography skills. Excellent written and verbal communication, with exceptional attention to detail. Data‑driven mindset with ability to analyse and report on performance metrics. Strong organisational and time‑management skills, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Confident working independently and collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. Professional, approachable and positive manner when liaising with families and colleagues. Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Person Specification – Desirable Experience working in an independent school or education marketing environment. Degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field. Familiarity with school CRM and MIS systems (e.g. WordPress, HubSpot & iSAMS). Benefits Lunches are provided free of charge. Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Pension with Scottish Widows. Perkbox rewards and benefits platform. Swimming sessions in the school pool (free). Pro‑rata fee remission. Closing date for applications will be Thursday 4 Dec 2023. Please note, we reserve the right to close this post before the stated deadline. Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the post to Becky Wilkinson (bwilkinson@blvue.com). Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Education Management #J-18808-Ljbffr