Director of Development and Head of Foundation

We are seeking to appoint a Director of Development and Head of Foundation to execute and develop our strategy for a significant enhancement of the fundraising activity of the Wells Cathedral School Foundation, initially focused on bursaries.

The successful candidate will have experience of leading and implementing fundraising strategies within either education or the charitable sector, as well as evidence of continued professional development and qualifications relating to foundation administration and fundraising.

For further details, please download an application pack from our website.

Closing date: Noon on Tuesday 10 September 2024
Interview date: Thursday 26 September 2024

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and Wells Cathedral School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

Wells Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, we will carry out an online search as part of the School’s due diligence.

All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must therefore declare all previous convictions and cautions, including those which would normally be considered "spent" except those received for an offence committed in the United Kingdom if it has been filtered in accordance with the DBS filtering rules.