Job Description
George Heriot’s is seeking a qualified, experienced and dynamic Marketing and Social Media Coordinator to join the team.
Responsible to the Director of External Relations, the Marketing and Social Media
Coordinator will develop, implement and maintain the school’s digital media strategy, including the creation of compelling digital campaigns and content to increase website traffic and stakeholder engagement.
You will work across the school to maintain and make relationships with all departments and staff and be involved in the promotion of all activities across Heriot's via social media and other marketing platforms.
Main Responsibilities:
Please see attached job description for full details.
Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will be involved with a range of marketing projects and, as such, should possess or be working towards a CIM qualification alongside previous generalist marketing experience. You will be an ideas person and a great communicator, with the ability work autonomously whilst ensuring good relationships with all stakeholders.
Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.
Please note that parking is not available on our campus
George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463
Package Description:
When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.
Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for Support Staff, in addition to basic salary, includes:
* Enhanced holiday allowance (38 days minimum)
* Generous pension scheme (up to 11% employer contribution with 5% employee contribution)
* Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
* Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
* Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
* Travel to work schemes
* School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
* Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
* Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community
We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.