Freelance Fundraiser

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, driven and expert fundraiser to implement our school’s fundraising strategy. Exeter Maths School has a mission to raise the aspirations and achievements of mathematically able young people in the South West of England. We do this through extensive outreach programmes and by providing a bespoke 6th form education for those with an aptitude and enthusiasm for mathematics. Students attend from right across the South West of England and thrive studying alongside like-minded peers, supported by exceptional teachers. We are committed to widening participation in the mathematical sciences so that young people of all backgrounds have the opportunity to benefit from the joy, security and social mobility associated with a career in STEM.

Our enriched curriculum, wide ranging outreach and need to provide affordable boarding space, all costs money and to be able to sustain and grow our current work, we need to raise additional funds. Our staff do not have the expertise or time to fundraise – we need your help.

Responsibilities

• Researching and engaging with prospects
• Writing applications and proposals
• Maintaining accurate records
• Advising school staff
• Building a strong foundation on which to develop fundraising long term

Requirements

• A successful fundraiser with a demonstrable track record
• Effective when working independently
• A clear communicator
• Organised and thorough
• Ability to develop systems and processes for fundraising
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff

Schedule

One day a week to develop and implement our fundraising strategy. After two months we will review the level of work required to sustain the fundraising work. We welcome interest from those who are able to commit to working with the school for up to a year.

Pay

£225 – £300 per day, depending on experience.

Urgent fundraising priorities

Our first and most urgent priority is to secure the remaining £250K needed to purchase a new boarding building; we’ve secured over £750K of which £500K is pledged with the condition of matched funding. Once this is in place, our priority is to secure medium and long term funding for the school’s outreach and enrichment activities.