Director of External Relations (Fundraising and Communications) Full time / Permanent Salary: circa £61k Start: March 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) Truro School is offering an exceptional opportunity to an ambitious Director of External Relations. We are seeking a dynamic leader to bring coherence and impact to our external relations and fundraising work. With a long history of educational success in Cornwall, and an increasingly strong reputation beyond, Truro School is looking to invest in its future and further diversify our community. The School is uniquely placed in our region to be a beacon of regional aspiration, nourished and strengthened by the positive engagement and impactful benevolence of key stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this role will have a passion for the transformative power of education. They will bring the skills, insight and experience to help shape the School’s Strategic direction by strengthening its external relationships, reputation and resources. Working with the Head, Governors and colleagues across the School, they will develop and deliver coherent long-term strategies for communication, fundraising, and reputational growth. This will include enhancing our relationships with current and prospective families, deepening engagement with our alumni community, and realising our fundraising potential to support greater access and enriched opportunities across our School. The outcome and impact of this work will be transformative. In a changing and challenging future for our sector, our county, and the wider world, the successful candidate will enhance our diversity and grow our influence as a School, in service of our ethos and values. This is an exciting and important time to join Truro School’s leadership team. Alongside this information you are invited to view this short message from the Head, Mr Andy Johnson. Full job description and person specification available on the Truro School website. In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, pension, staff discount, free lunch and refreshments, and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre. Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and Enhanced DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 7 th January 2026 at 9.00am. All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to: Miss A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH Email: recruitment@truroschool.com, Tel: 01872 272763