Head of Fundraising

The schools are seeking an experienced fundraiser with a demonstrable track record of securing five - and six- figure gifts. This role would suit a candidate with a background in major gifts and individual giving.

The Head of Fundraising will secure and cultivate major donor relationships, growing our existing giving programmes and helping to deliver our overall fundraising strategy. With the Development Director, they will continue to build our prospect pipeline to support Assisted Places fundraising. Additionally, there may be involvement with a small number of other discrete fundraising projects.

Community is a vital part of our schools' ethos, and the Head of Fundraising will play their part in strengthening this ethos. Many of our major donors will support the schools in other ways, including through our vibrant careers network. The Head of Fundraising will also embed themselves in school life by playing a leading role in our telethons and/or giving days, working with the Development Director to deliver these.

The Head of Fundraising will be an experienced and highly motivated fundraiser with a passion for growing and cultivating our supporter base. They will be a firm believer in the aims of our Assisted Places programme and in the value of an independent education. The role would suit an articulate, tenacious and persuasive fundraiser, with a strong track record of forging and cultivating long term relationships.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 12 Augustat 8am, however, applications will be received on receipt and so early applications are encouraged to ensure full consideration for the post. Interviews will be scheduled following the closing date; the interview date is to be confirmed.

King Edward's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants invited to interview will be required to provide proof of identity, preferably a birth certificate, although where this is not available we will accept other forms of ID. Online searches will also be carried out for all shortlisted candidates, as required by Keeping Children Safe in Education. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks. A copy of the School's Safer Recruitment Policy is available on the website .

Interview Date: Interviews will be scheduled following the closing date; the interview date is to be confirmed.

Listing Expires: 8am on Wednesday 12 August 2026