Community & Business Development Officer
Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Contract: Full-time (37 hours), term-time + 5 weeks (44 weeks), permanent
Salary: £24,304 - £25,325 actual salary
 
We''re working with a highly successful secondary school in Winchester to recruit a Community & Business Development Officer. This is a varied and rewarding role combining relationship-building, income generation, and community engagement.
 
This position is ideal for someone with a background in sales, partnerships, or administration, who enjoys building relationships and spotting opportunities to generate income and grow engagement.
 
The role includes:

• Driving income through sponsorship, fundraising, and partnership activity
• Developing and expanding the school''s lettings programme
• Building relationships with local businesses, alumni, and community groups
• Promoting opportunities for external organisations to engage with the school
• Managing stakeholder data and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting marketing, PR, and communications activity
• Organising events and engagement opportunities (some evenings/weekends)
• Producing reports on income and engagement for senior leadership

What we''re looking for:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities
• Highly organised with excellent administrative and IT skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• A proactive and positive approach, with the ability to adapt in a busy environment

Desirable:

• Experience in business development, partnerships, fundraising, or sales
• Experience working in education or a community-focused environment
• Experience using databases or CRM systems

 
Working pattern:

• Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
• Term-time plus 5 additional weeks

 
This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school, where you''ll play a key role in strengthening community links and supporting long-term growth.
 
Safeguarding statement:
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.