Applying for Foundation Director

You will shortly be redirected to our secure application processing portal.

If you are not redirected please click here:

https://ce0723li.webitrent.com/ce0723li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?VACANCY_ID%3d1882193esm%26WVID%3d7232513QXA

Foundation Director

Job details

Contract hours: 35
Basis: Full time
Salary: Competitive
Location: Uppingham School
Closing date: 6 November 2025, 11:59 pm

Description

Lead the next chapter of philanthropic development at one of the UK’s most distinguished independent schools.

Uppingham is seeking an accomplished fundraising leader to shape and deliver the next stage of the school’s philanthropic strategy. As Foundation Director, you will oversee a talented and motivated team, guiding the growth of sustainable income streams that support Uppingham’s strategic ambitions. Working closely with the Headmaster, Foundation Chair and International Development Director, you will take a long-term, relationship-based approach to donor engagement, ensuring that every interaction reflects the values and reputation of the school.

About you:

This is a role for a senior professional who combines strategic vision with warmth, diplomacy and integrity. You will bring a strong track record in major gifts fundraising, ideally within an educational or cultural environment, and the confidence to influence at the most senior levels while maintaining genuine personal connection with donors and alumni. Success will come from your ability to inspire trust, nurture relationships and lead your team with clarity and care.

The closing date for applications is 7th November 2025

Interview to take place in the week commentcing 17th November.

The School reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date should a sufficient number of applications be received or if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

Uppingham School 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 Disclosure and Barring Service.

All positions at the School are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, therefore ALL convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered ‘spent’ under the Act) MUST be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. All information given will be treated as confidential and each case will be taken on its merits. Failure to disclose this information may result in the withdrawal of an offer of employment or immediate termination of employment.

Uppingham School is an equal opportunities employer.

Working at Uppingham

Uppingham is a vibrant, stimulating, energetic and forward-looking school. Our community is made up of talented people offering a diverse range of experiences. We welcome applications from candidates who are both experienced and new to working within the independent education sector.