​PR Manager - Independent School | Immediate start 6-month contract | Primarily onsite SW London | £50k

Location London
Discipline: Clientside
Job type: Contract
Salary: up to £50k per annum
Contact name: Hayley Kinnersley

Contact email: hayley@direct-recruitment.co.uk
Published: 26 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

​PR Manager - Independent School | Immediate start 6-month contract | Primarily onsite SW London | £50k

An exciting opportunity for a confident, proactive PR Manager to support the launch of an exciting new destination in South West London.

This flagship school is set within a historic location with exceptional facilities and is preparing for its grand opening next year. You will play a key role in bringing the school to life in partnership with senior leadership and the Marketing & Admissions team.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can build profile, generate press coverage and deliver high-quality communications around a major launch. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to shape the story, manage media activity and support a programme of events.

The role

  • Develop and deliver PR activity for the launch and ongoing profile-building

  • Build relationships with relevant media, influencers and local stakeholders

  • Write compelling press releases, pitches, briefing documents and content

  • Coordinate press events, launches and media visits

  • Support event communications and on-site PR activity

  • Manage media enquiries and monitor coverage

  • Work collaboratively across marketing, events and senior leadership teams

About you

  • Proven PR experience within education or schools

  • Strong media contacts and excellent written communication skills

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced launch environment

  • Organised, commercially aware and able to manage multiple priorities

  • Available to start immediately

Why apply?

You will join a prestigious and values-led education group known for creating supportive, high-performing environments for staff and students. The culture is warm, inclusive and collaborative, with genuine scope for longer-term opportunities following the initial contract.