Communications & Content Officer

Do you have a flair for words, an eye for a great story, and a passion for improving opportunities for young people?

Cranleigh School is seeking a Communications & Content Officer to help share our stories with the world. You’ll work across press, social media, and web, creating content that inspires, informs, and engages.

From drafting press releases to producing videos, managing media enquiries to planning events, you’ll be part of a dynamic team under new leadership, driving forward an ambitious vision for the school.

This is an on-site role. If you want to work in a beautiful setting, with colleagues who value authenticity, collaboration, and bold ideas, we’d love to hear from you.

Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of the post informally, please get in touch with Steven George (Director of Communications) by email: smg@cranleigh.org

For further details about the role, please see the job description below.

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Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application, and as soon as possible and no later than 9:00 am on Monday 22nd September 2025. Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.

Cranleigh aims to educate children in a truly holistic sense, providing every opportunity for pupils to discover and nurture their talents and passions. We want every pupil in our care to flourish. Above all, we want Cranleighans to go out into the world as Thinking, Being, Giving individuals.

• Thinking: reflects our style of teaching which aims to provide pupils with a questioning mindset and the skills to think and problem solve.
• Being: is who we are and how we are. Our culture aims to nurture in pupils the core human qualities that enable communities to thrive and support one another
• Giving: is our hope that Cranleighans grow to recognise their privilege and go out into the world ready to give back and help to create meaningful change.

Our core values of service, leadership, relationships and excellence underpin all elements of boarding life and education. In the classroom, on the sports field, in the rehearsal studios and creative spaces, we uphold a desire to nurture students with a sense of self-belief supported by a strong moral compass.

SERVICE

We encourage an attitude of service to each other and to our wider community. We recognise our privileges and our responsibility to give back.

RELATIONSHIPS

We foster strong relationships in our inclusive boarding community. We believe children flourish in safe, supportive environments.

LEADERSHIP

We nurture a spirit of openness, integrity and thoroughness in everything we do, equipping Cranleighans with the knowledge and skills to make a mark on the world. We endeavour to be viewed as leaders in holistic boarding education.

EXCELLENCE

We strive for excellence in everything we do, and aspire to be recognised for our educational vision and the personal qualities of our students.

If you have any questions about this role, or wish to discuss please contact us by email at recruiting@cranleigh.org or by telephone on 01483 542128