Development Manager

You will play a pivotal role in deepening the connections between the school and our alumni and parent community to inspire financial support. We are entering the early stages of a new major philanthropic campaign, which will significantly scale the ambition for the school’s fundraising and engagement activity. As a team, we have a major role to play in shaping the future of the school’s bursary ambitions. Our success will widen access and support the futures and aspirations of disadvantaged young people within our local community and beyond. This is a fundraising position which involves leading on our operational effectiveness and developing effective communication techniques to help deliver the school’s philanthropic objectives. You will be required to assist the Director of Development in managing an effective portfolio of fundraising streams, securing regular giving donations, and stewarding our donors effectively, creating innovative and compelling ways to demonstrate the impact of their philanthropic support.

You will need to:

• Demonstrate a track record of securing, administering and stewarding gifts at any level, or possess experience in leading income generation activity through regular giving programmes.
• Maintain positive working relationships to encourage lifelong engagement through participation, advocacy and support.
• Be a great problem solver.
• Assist the Director of Development in prioritising prospects, through a thorough research strategy, leading the regular giving activity and helping to implement the development fundraising strategy to support the school’s vision and bursary ambitions.
• Demonstrate self-awareness and understand how to bring others with you to collectively contribute to our wider social aims.
• Work systematically and maintain the strong support ecosystem that is in place, including the identification, research and management of supporters, donor stewardship and acknowledgement, gift administration and due diligence procedures.
• Be an excellent communicator with a keen eye for detail.
• Show a passion for fundraising.
• Work independently and effectively, managing competing priorities.
• Be experienced in using donor and potential donor relationship management systems, for example Raiser’s Edge or Toucan Tech.
• Be a flexible and supportive team player.

King’s is an extremely sought-after school with outstanding academic results and a vibrant co-curriculum. It strives to appoint able, committed, and compassionate colleagues to help ensure every child at the school achieves their best. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south-east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities. We offer excellent benefits including healthcare provision, contributory pension scheme, gym membership and lunch during term time.

To apply for this role, please visit our website.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 12^th June 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 18^th June 2025

Second round (if required): Monday 23^rd June 2025

Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

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