Summary

We are seeking to appoint an Alumni and Development Officer to join the School’s expanding Development & Alumni team.

Detail

Alumni and Development Officer

21 hours per week term time plus 4 weeks

Salary £27,750 to £31,550 pa

City of London Freemen’s School is a thriving independent co-educational day and boarding school, with a history spanning nearly 170 years. Situated on the outskirts of the pretty village of Ashtead, Surrey, Freemen’s is known for the quality of its education provision, whilst ensuring that students are well supported and encouraged in a nurturing, yet academic, environment.

We are seeking to appoint an Alumni and Development Officer to join the School’s expanding Development & Alumni team. The successful candidate will be joining the team at an exciting time, where the role can create a real impact both within the School and the wider community.

Reporting to the Director of External Relations, you will be skilled in alumni engagement and prospect research, and can identify stakeholders with the ability to support the School’s strategic objectives. You will have strong interpersonal skills, with the confidence and ability to build engaging and effective long-term relationships with our alumni and prospective supporters, whilst deepening relationships with existing donors. You will have experience of working in a front-facing alumni and development function and can provide evidence of your success. With a keen eye for detail, you will also be confident in creating a range of supporting literature and materials, with which to engage and excite prospects and donors.

With a strong emphasis on professional development and working within a highly supportive team, we will provide you with the opportunity to grow and develop your fundraising skills in a fast-paced environment, where every day brings new exciting opportunities, and all within 57 acres of stunning Surrey countryside.

Normal working hours are 21 hours over three days a week, term time plus 4 weeks. You will be based in the School in Ashtead Park, with the expectation to attend a number of development & alumni, community, and marketing events (which may take place out of typical hours), as required. Salary for the role is £27,750 - £31,550 pro-rata inclusive (FTE £35,310 - £39,380).

Closing date: Midday on Tuesday 31st March 2026 . Interviews will take place at the School on Wednesday 8th April 2026.

The School retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process. To apply online, please visit Work with us | City of London Freemens School

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process a Disclosure and Barring check will be required.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.