Head of Student Recruitment

King's International College is a proud part of The King's School, Canterbury, the oldest school in the UK. We provide a leading education for international students aged 13-17.

The school is looking for a new Head of Recruitment to play a pivotal role working closely with agents, families and students helping them find out about and make the decision to pursue their education at our school.

Ideally with a university degree or equivalent, you will have a track record of successful international student recruitment in schools or universities and of managing relationships with international educational agents.

With excellent communication skills, you will have a high level of initiative and the ability to network and build strong relationships.

The King’s School is a supportive and welcoming community working across five sites in and around the historic city of Canterbury. From senior academic leaders to members of the extensive support services, all of our colleagues play a key role in supporting our pupils, both local and international, to experience an exceptional King’s education.

We are an inclusive employer and recognise the benefits that diversity brings to the work environment. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for positions at King’s will be based on individual merit.

If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact Jo Prior, Joint Principal, by telephone: 01227 287253 or email: jap@kings-school.co.uk

Closing date: 13 May 2024.

Interview dates: 16-21 May 2024.

Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may take place before the closing date.

The King’s school is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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