We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Director of Marketing and Admissions to join the Hurst Family of Schools at a defining moment in our story. With Pennthorpe School recently joining the Hurst family, this is a senior leadership role with real scope, spanning marketing, communications and admissions from Nursery through to Sixth Form.

Reporting to the Head of College, you will own the brand strategy, drive pupil recruitment, and ensure every communication reflects the quality and character of a Hurst education. You will lead high-performing teams across both functions and contribute strategic insight at the most senior level.

About You

You will be a senior marketing professional with a proven track record at strategic level and the leadership credibility to build strong relationships across a complex stakeholder landscape, including parents, Governors and feeder schools.

Commercial acumen, a sharp eye for data, and genuine creative confidence are all essential. Experience in the independent schools sector, particularly admissions, would be an advantage.

Working at Hurst

Hurst is one of Britain’s leading independent schools, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for both pupils and staff. With almost 1,300 pupils across our Senior and Prep Schools, we combine academic ambition with a strong sense of community and a rich co-curricular programme. With Pennthorpe School newly joining the Hurst family, it is an exciting time to be part of the team.

Hurst is a place of genuine momentum. From the classroom to the sports field, and the theatre to the boarding house, life here is rich, varied, and relentlessly rewarding.

Ours is a community that sets its sights on excellence, not as a destination, but as a daily habit. The people who thrive here are those who bring the same ambition, resilience, and commitment that we ask of our pupils.

You’ll enjoy working in a stunning rural setting while remaining well-connected. We’re just 20 minutes from the city and beaches of Brighton & Hove, and London is under an hour away by train.

This isn’t just a job. It’s a commitment to something bigger. For the right person, there is nowhere more exciting to be.

What we Offer in Return

•        Generous matched pension scheme

•        Free dining during term time

•        Discounted BUPA health insurance

•        Extensive wellbeing support

•        Free use of outstanding sports and leisure facilities

Interviews will take place week commencing 18 May 2026.