Location: Chesham
Overview
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for education?
We are seeing a dynamic Development Director to lead and frow our development fund, preferably with experience in education or the charity sector.
Salary: Range 7, ISN 36 – 40 (£40,835 - £45,072 FTE/£20,871 - £23,037 pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, Part time – 3 days per week (22 hours per week) (39 weeks per year, term time, plus inset, plus one week) - days to be agreed on appointment
Closing date: Monday 29 September 2025
About us
Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong. This applies to staff and students alike.
Some of the benefits of working at CGS are:
1. A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing
2. Minimum 14% PPA for all teachers (more for TLR holders)
3. Engaging, highly motivated and able students
4. High staff retention
5. Staff social events
6. London Fringe Allowance
7. Access to the generous local government pension (LGPS)
8. A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
9. Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs
10. Free on-site parking
11. Cycle to work scheme
12. Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)
About the role
The Development Director will lead the strategic planning and execution of fundraising and development initiatives to support the school’s mission, growth, and long-term sustainability.
This role is responsible for cultivating donor relationships, securing support and managing campaigns to enhance the school’s facilities and student opportunities
About you
13. Qualified to degree level or equivalent experience
14. Maths and English language GCSE grade 5/C
15. Member of Institute of Fundraising or equivalent
16. Fundraising experience in education or similar
17. Good knowledge of spreadsheets and working with donor and CRM databases
18. Experience of organising high level activities relating to charity fundraising which requires detailed knowledge from within the sector
For further information please see attached application pack.