An exciting opportunity to join a high-performing school as a Development and Alumni Relations Officer, supporting fundraising, alumni engagement, events and communications in a varied, rewarding role.
Development and Alumni Relations Officer
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 6RL
36 hours per week, term time + 3 weeks
FTE £35,488 - £36,048 per annum (£31,968 to £33,414 pro rata)
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
Tiffin School is one of the UK's leading selective grammar schools, recognised nationally for academic excellence. Ranked 11th best state school in the UK and 6th in London in the Sunday Times Parent Power league table, the school prides itself on outstanding results, a strong ethos and an engaged community.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Tiffin School at a pivotal time, with a range of fundraising initiatives, community projects and alumni events planned.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategies to engage alumni with the wider school community
Plan, coordinate and support alumni events, communications and engagement activities
Maintain accurate alumni records and manage contact data effectively
Support fundraising, development and partnership initiatives across the school
Work collaboratively with staff across departments to deliver engagement projects
Contribute to communications that strengthen alumni and community relationships
Benefits:
Beautiful and peaceful working environment
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution)
6.2 weeks' holiday
Free on-site parking
Season ticket loan
Cycle to Work scheme
Salary advance scheme for rental deposits
Enhanced maternity benefits
The Ideal Candidate
You will be an enthusiastic and proactive individual with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in community engagement. Comfortable working collaboratively, you will bring ideas, energy and attention to detail to a varied role. About you:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong relationship-building and interpersonal abilities
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
A proactive and flexible approach to learning new tasks
Basic IT skills, including experience with databases or a willingness to learn
Confidence supporting events and working with a wide range of stakeholders
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today, and you will be directed to the company website to submit an application form.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Closing Date: 19th January 2026
Start Date: 1st February 2026
Other suitable skills and experience include Alumni Relations Officer, Development Officer, Fundraising Officer, Engagement Officer, Communications Officer, Marketing Officer, Events Coordinator, External Relations Officer, Advancement Officer, Development Executive
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