About Gresham’s:
Founded in 1555, Gresham’s combines a rich heritage with a bold vision for the future. Nestled in the Georgian market town of Holt and just four miles from the breath-taking North Norfolk coast, our Senior School educates pupils aged 13 to 18 from across the UK and internationally. We pride ourselves on nurturing creativity, academic ambition, and character — qualities exemplified by our illustrious alumni, including Academy Award-winning actress Olivia Colman, England rugby internationals Ben and Tom Youngs, and Sir James Dyson, whose generous support has helped shape our cutting-edge facilities.
The role:
Reporting to the Head of Admissions, you will play a pivotal role in attracting, engaging, and converting prospective families and pupils. This hands-on, highly visible and target-driven position requires excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will lead on planning and delivering all key admissions events—from Open Mornings and Taster Days to Assessment and Scholarship Days—while working closely with staff, pupils, and the wider External Relations team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Organising and managing admissions events to provide a warm and professional experience for prospective families
- Coordinating personalised taster visits and boarding experiences
- Strengthening relationships with feeder schools and representing Gresham’s at external events
- Supporting international recruitment activities and agent visits
- Collaborating with the marketing team to ensure seamless event promotion
- Maintaining accurate admissions records and managing event budgets
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in events, admissions, or marketing, ideally within education
- Exceptional organisational, communication, and project management skills
- A results-driven mindset with strong attention to detail and a flair for hospitality
- IT proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Willingness to work flexibly
Benefits:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Term-time working pattern
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private medical scheme
- Free school lunch during term-time
- On-site car parking
- Access to swimming pool, gym, sports facilities and theatre performances
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the role, please visit our website where you can complete an application form.
Our recruitment team can also be reached by telephone on 01263 714623 or by emailing hr@greshams.com
Should you wish to have an informal discussion with Sue Richmond, Deputy Head External Relations before submitting your application, please contact her PA, Samantha Venuti by emailing her at svenuti@greshams.com
Closing Date:
13th October 2025
Interviews:
TBC
Required for:
At the earliest opportunity
Please note: we reserve the right to appoint to the post, prior to the closing date
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Gresham’s is proud of its exemplary approach to the safeguarding of its children and conduct a robust recruitment process. Applicants are expected to engage fully with the requirements of this process. An offer to join the School is made subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check along with clearance on all other relevant safeguarding and child protection requirements.
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