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Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

Independent Schools Association of Southern AfricaStellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
6 days ago
Job description

Bridge House is an independent, co-educational, day and boarding school situated close to Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl in the Western Cape. With its emphasis on future-thinking and future-relevance, Bridge House is a distinctive, vibrant school that embraces innovation and change.

Marketing Assistant

About the Role

This role supports the Marketing Manager with telling the Bridge House story across multiple platforms and strengthening connections with our vibrant school community — including alumni, parents, staff, and the wider school community. The successful applicant will play a key role in developing engaging content, coordinating events, and building our alumni network.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

  • Assist in planning and executing the school’s marketing and communications strategy.
  • Capture, curate and create engaging stories, photos, and videos that showcase school life.
  • Assist the Marketing Manager with the scheduling of social media content (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, website, newsletters).
  • Support the production of print and digital marketing materials.
  • Collaborate with staff, students, and parents to ensure consistent messaging and brand identity across all channels.
  • Assist in maintaining and updating the Bridge House website and photo library.

Alumni Relations

  • Help manage and grow the Bridge House Alumni network and database.
  • Support alumni communications, newsletters, and event planning (e.g. reunions, Founders’ Day).
  • Liaise with alumni for news stories, features, and mentorship initiatives.
  • Assist in developing creative ways to strengthen alumni engagement and connection to the school community.
  • Events & Support

  • Assist with the coordination and coverage of school events (sports, culture, community, and academics).
  • Provide marketing support for key school events.
  • Work collaboratively with departments and external partners / sponsors where required.
  • Skills & Attributes required :

  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Passion for social media, photography, and visual communication.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Warm, professional interpersonal style with a team-focused attitude.
  • A proactive, creative thinker with an eye for design and innovation.
  • Qualifications & Experience required :

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field. This is a minimum requirement for this position.
  • At least 1–3 years’ experience in a communications, marketing, or social media role (school environment advantageous).
  • Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools.
  • Experience with social media platforms, photography, and basic video editing.
  • Closing date for applications : Friday, 5 November 2025

    Please fill in and upload your CV and a letter of motivation via the following link :

    Bridge House School is an equal-opportunity employer. Failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. An application will not necessarily entitle the applicant to a response, appointment or interview. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Bridge House School reserves the right not to proceed with filling the post.

    Bridge House, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but it will be used in the recruitment, selection and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer

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