Marketing and Community Engagement Manager

• 0.93FTE, permanent team manager (45 weeks/year)
• Dynamic, creative and connected school community
• Drive Gleeson's With One Heart identity and brand into communities

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing and Community Engagement Manager to join us at Gleeson College

The Marketing and Community Engagement Manager has specific responsibility for all aspects of the school's marketing and community engagement function. This role will involve media, communications, graphic design and digital marketing activities and will directly support and coordinate various initiatives with their team and stakeholder groups to drive engagement and successfully promote Gleeson College.

This role is classified as Grade 6 (Other Professionals) of the Catholic Enterprise Agreement with a salary of $97,000 - $109,000 per annum rates).

The Marketing and Community Engagement Manager will work for 37.5 hours per week during school term time, and one week in each school holiday break.

Your Responsibilities:

As our Marketing and Community Engagement Manager, you will lead your small team to:

• Capture and showcase the stories of Gleeson College, its students and staff – across classrooms, excursions and major events.
• Co-ordinate marketing and community engagement outputs for the College, such as School Photos, the Yearbook and Prospectus.
• Strengthen our brand reputation and identity to inspire future enrolments and engage our communities.
• Create, design, and coordinate graphics, videos, merchandise, promotional materials and other media.
• Research, analyse, project, report and present on enrolment data, social media and website traffic, and other related activities.

To be the successful candidate, you will have:

• Qualifications (Marketing, Communications or other relevant studies).
• Experience working in the Education sector (desirable).
• Experience and skills with leading a team.
• Demonstrated specialised, comprehensive and high-level professional skills to capably manage the entire marketing and communications function for the school.
• Significant experience in effectively using digital platforms, social media and website maintenance.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills (including excellent written and verbal communication skills).
• Experience and/or qualifications in event management (desirable).
• Willingness to support the ethos of our Catholic College in line with the Gleeson 10 and Gleeson Staff 5 values.
• Availability to undergo our screening process, which includes a Working with Children Check, E-Screen, Applicant Declaration Form and completed RRHAN-EC training

Interested? Check out the Position Description for more information and our socials (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website) for more information about Gleeson College

Your experience with us

At Gleeson College, we are a dynamic, faith-filled community where passion meets purpose. Nestled in Adelaide's northeast, our coeducational Catholic college thrives on the spirit of unity embodied in our motto: With One Heart.

Our students are supported by a wide range of learning pathways, contemporary facilities, and innovative programs through our ONE+ Campus partnership – but it's our staff who bring this vision to life.

What truly sets Gleeson apart is our people. Our staff are not just exceptional in their roles – they're mentors, collaborators, and innovators who foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and joy. It is no surprise that many who experience Gleeson College are drawn to the strong relationships and supportive environment that define our college.

We believe that happy staff make a thriving school. Our Gleeson College Staff values capture this – each day at work we find joy, use creativity, exemplify professionalism and are positive, relational and respectful. We prioritise wellbeing through our incorporated Staff Wellbeing Framework, found on our Working With Us webpage. We also value and actively encourage personal and professional development.

This is also reflected in how we invest in staff. Every individual is encouraged to grow and thrive, and that includes ongoing professional development opportunities. Staff can connect with our free and confidential counselling with our Employee Assistance Program, receive annual leave loading of 17.5%, and have access to generous paid & unpaid parental leave and salary sacrificing. And because we are a community With One Heart, expect regular morning teas, actively participate in College Life (Sports Carnivals and Gleeson Days) and join activities hosted by our Staff Association

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow within a community that values connection, excellence, and heart, we invite you to explore opportunities with us. Discover more about our culture and current vacancies at

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted via email only.

Att: Principal

Address:

Applications close Monday, 20 October 2025, at 9am (ACST).

In your application please include:

• Cover Letter outlining;

o   Your experience relevant to the role.

o   What has motivated you to apply.

o   What you hope to contribute to the Gleeson community.
- Resume
- Completed

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date.