Location: 89 Addison Road, London, W14 8BZ, and other Trust sites across London
Contract Type: Full time, all year round
Salary: £31,980 – £33,870
Start Date: 10 August 2026
The Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust is seeking an ambitious early-career professional with excellent organisational skills and a strong interest in community fundraising to join our Development Team as a Community Fundraiser Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to build and nurture the Trust’s fundraising and engagement goals.
About the Role
Working closely with the Development Manager and the Development Director, you will play a key role in strengthening relationships with the schools’ communities, supporting fundraising initiatives and delivering engaging communications and events that foster lifelong connections with the Trust and its schools.
Key Responsibilities
* Build meaningful relationships across school communities and alumni networks, bringing people together and inspiring them to support the Trust’s vision
* Lead creative fundraising and engagement initiatives, from community campaigns to reunions and events, helping to drive a vibrant culture of giving
* Boost the Trust’s growth and sustainability by supporting data-driven fundraising, managing donor stewardship, maintaining accurate customer relationship management (CRM) records and contributing to strong grant proposals
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will be:
* A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and writing skills who can engage a vast range of stakeholders
* Experienced in relationship management, fundraising or engagement
* Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Skilled in using CRM systems and digital communication tools
* Passionate about education and community building
* A team player with a proactive and positive approach
About the Trust
The Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust is a growing family of Catholic schools (primary, secondary and post-16), a registered charity and a trading company committed to providing an outstanding education rooted in faith, aspiration and service.
Our Shared Services Team provides high-quality professional and operational support across the Trust, enabling schools to focus on teaching, learning and pastoral care.
What We Offer
* A supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunities for training and development to help you grow in your career
* The chance to contribute to a trust committed to delivering high-quality education and supporting staff wellbeing
* Hybrid working during school holidays
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and generous holiday entitlement
The Saint John Southworth Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory vetting, including an Enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List.
Join us in our mission to cultivate an educational environment that inspires growth, respect and academic achievement!
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