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Fundraising and Development Manager

As part of the school’s long term development strategy, we would like to appoint an exceptionally motivated and talented person who is passionate about building fruitful, reciprocal relationships with our community, potential sponsors/donors and our alumni, establishing positive connections with these members of our wider school network to support current students.

We are seeking a special person who has exceptional relationship building skills, is student centred and confident to work with a wide range of stakeholders both internally and externally. You will have the capability to work strategically, to raise income from various sources in the interests of investing in our students, particularly by generating our alumni network and from successful fundraising approaches.

You will be, or will have the wherewithal to become, a confident, engaging and enthusiastic fundraiser, motivated by seeing the impact of what philanthropy can achieve for this school. You are likely to have a background in fundraising, development or marketing but we also welcome applications from outstanding people with transferable skills, expertise and attributes.

Crossley Heath is a very popular school which achieves excellent outcomes for young people. We are a very friendly, happy school with a diverse student population. Our values are kindness, courage and excellence. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applications will also be considered for those wishing to work part time or who might benefit from flexible working arrangements, such as, blending time in the office with working from home.

Closing date: 8.00am on Monday 25 November 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding children in all aspects of recruitment and selection. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

We believe our staff are the school’s greatest asset. We have signed up to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter with the aim of supporting the wellbeing and mental health of all staff.

Our reference: SE3778

Vacancy: Fundraising and Development Manager

Location: Halifax

Salary: P04, Pt 30 (£39,513 actual FTE)

Hours: Part-time or Full time with flexible working options negotiable

Contract: Permanent Position, flexible contract available

To start as soon as possible

National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Crossley Heath School.

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