The Role
St Leonards is seeking an energetic, proactive Engagement Officer to champion our alumni (Seniors) and parent relations. You will build global connections, manage inspiring events, and drive meaningful fundraising campaigns. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking External Relations team and offers the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our global network and the daily lives of current pupils.
What You Will Deliver
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Grow our alumni network through warm outreach, newsletters, and social media.
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Plan and run reunions, regional gatherings, and celebration dinners.
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Coordinate the regular giving and annual fund programmes.
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Act as the champion for our HubSpot CRM, keeping alumni and parent records accurate and GDPR-compliant.
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Connect alumni with classrooms for mentoring, careers talks, and work experience.
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Play a central role in our upcoming 150th Anniversary Campaign.
You will ensure that the Senior and parent communities feel genuinely connected to the life of the school, not only as a source of philanthropic support, but because an engaged alumni network is a living expression of the school’s values and a meaningful resource for current pupils.
What We Are Looking For
Education & Experience
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Degree or equivalent professional experience.
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Proven track record in community engagement, alumni relations, or events management.
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Hands-on experience managing a CRM database (HubSpot is a major plus).
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Understanding of GDPR regulations for data management.
Key Skills
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Highly organised multitasker who thrives on deadlines.
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Meticulous attention to detail in data and event logistics.
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Warm, confident, and collaborative communicator.
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Tech-savvy with experience in digital marketing and Google Workspace.
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Genuine interest in the history, values, and community of independent schools.
Full details of the role can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack.
St Leonards is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, where all members of the community - colleagues, pupils and families - are seen and valued. This culture ensures that St Leonards delivers an outstanding global education in a multi-cultural living, learning and working environment.
Applications should be made via St Leonards Teacheroo portal. The closing date and time for applications is Noon on Thursday 6th August 2026. Interviews to take place ASAP. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier.
Please note that St Leonards cannot offer visa sponsorship therefore applicants must have the right to work in the UK
Any questions may be directed to [email protected] in the first instance.
All successful applicants will be required to be accepted for membership of the Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme
About St Leonards
St Leonards is a friendly and forward-looking independent, coeducational, boarding and day school situated on an historic campus at the heart of the university town of St Andrews. The school enjoys an unrivalled location - there are sandy beaches, world-class Links golf courses, and historic sites on its doorstep.
St Leonards delivers the inspiring, globally-recognised International Baccalaureate curriculum (which has been praised by university admissions officers for its focus on deepening learning learning, offering wider subject options, and enriching minds) for pupils aged five to 18, and was the first school to be accredited as an all-through IB school in Scotland. It is one of just two schools in the UK to actively offer all four IB programmes, ensuring a seamless learner journey. The youngest pupils follow the Primary Years Programme, which goes hand-in-hand with the vibrant Outdoor Learning programme at St Leonards. This is followed by the Middle Years Programme and (I)GCSEs. In the Sixth Form, pupils choose between the Career-related Programme and the Diploma Programme.
St Leonards enjoys a rich sporting heritage, and continues to boast a strong record of achievement with pupils representing the school nationally in golf, rugby, lacrosse, hockey, horse riding, and small-bore rifle shooting. The leading five-tier Golf Programme continues to go from strength to strength, the Duke of Edinburgh Award is the fastest growing of all Scottish independent schools, and an exciting calendar of trips and activities ensures pupils leave St Leonards equipped with the skills required to succeed in today’s ever-changing world. Truly an education ‘Ad Vitam’ (for life).
