Commercial Events Assistant

Summary:

Join a school as a Commercial Events Assistant and help deliver successful events and commercial lettings.

About the School:

Located in a historic market town, a school offers a dynamic and inclusive environment with a strong focus on academic excellence and community. With a long-standing tradition and modern facilities, it provides a unique educational experience for students aged 3 to 18.

The Opportunity:

As a Commercial Events Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of events and commercial lettings across the school. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the school’s commercial strategy and ensure a high standard of service for visitors and hirers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning, setup, and delivery of events across the school
• Act as a welcoming point of contact for visitors and hirers
• Provide administrative support for facility bookings, enquiries, schedules, and invoicing
• Conduct tours and liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth event coordination
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date booking records
• Support marketing and social media activities related to events and commercial lettings
• Ensure compliance with school policies and procedures during all event-related activities
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, and during school holidays

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Friendly and professional manner
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and during school holidays
• Experience with event coordination or administrative support
• Basic knowledge of booking systems and record-keeping

Preferred

• Experience in the education or events sector
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
• Previous experience with marketing activities or promotional events
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary for a part-time role
• 22.5 hours per week, with a fixed-term contract of 6 months
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the school