Alumni Events and Engagement Manager
Rishworth School
Calderdale
- £29,173 - £32,209 per year
- Expiring soon
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01/09/2026
- Apply by:
- 4 August 2026
Job overview
Rishworth School is a co-educational UK day and boarding School for students aged 10 to 19. Celebrating our Tri-Centenary in 2024, Rishworth School has occupied magnificent buildings in 140 acres of Yorkshire countryside located in the heart of the Ryburn Valley for the past 300 years. Rishworth School joins traditional values with innovative Teaching and Learning encapsulating our Res Non Verba motto.
The Alumni Events and Engagement Manager will rebuild and grow an active Old Rishworthian (OR) community by leading proactive alumni engagement and strengthening relationships with the School. The role combines outreach, digital engagement, content and events to reconnect alumni and create a strong sense of belonging.
You would be joining an energetic and friendly staff, dedicated to ensuring all children fulfil their potential. A willingness to participate in the wider life of the school is essential. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Please see the Rishworth School vacancies page for more information.
Early applications are encouraged, the school reserves the right to invite candidates to interview and appoint prior to the closing date stated below.
Curriculum vitae will not be accepted.
The last date for applications is 4th August 2026 at 9am.
Rishworth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
Rishworth School, Rishworth, Halifax, HX6 4QA
Tel: 01422 822 217 Fax: 01422 820 911
Charity no. 1115562
Attached documents
About Rishworth School
- Rishworth School
- Rishworth
- West Yorkshire
- HX6 4QA
- United Kingdom
Rishworth School is a mixed, non-denominational, all-through independent day and boarding school situated in Rishworth, West Yorkshire. The school has a Christian ethos but welcomes students from all faiths. There are approximately 450 pupils at Rishworth, between the ages of 3-19.
Rishworth School was established in 1724 by John Wheelwright in a small building, now used as the school’s chapel. The junior school, Heathfield opened in 1951. The school is set around 130 acres of parkland. It is a founder member of the Society of Headmasters for Independent Schools (SHMIS). Rishworth and Heathfield both offer an extensive range of learning facilities and share a swimming pool, performing arts centre and playing fields.
Head
Jessica Sheldrick
Values and vision
Rishworth School wants pupils to develop a love for learning and in return, achieve to the highest of their capabilities. It hopes for students to grow as individuals with a sense of purpose, fulfilment, responsibility and self-discipline. Rishworth School wants to offer a caring, friendly and stimulating environment for pupils to excel in. It aims to work closely with parents and the wider community to help ensure that everyone is working together to provide the best possible learning experience for all students.
Independent School Inspectorate
“The quality of pupils' academic and other achievements is excellent”. November 2017
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