Lettings and Events Assistant

UPPINGHAM SCHOOL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Job description

Opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to play a key role providing administrative and customer service support for a variety of events and activities during the summer holidays at Uppingham School.

This is a customer facing role, and you will be the face of the business to external clients for the school’s residential lettings programme and various events. The role is varied, and your responsibilities will include supporting the operational management of commercial activities taking place during the summer season, such as administrative duties and liaising with clients regularly and ensuring their stay is enjoyable.

You will ensure facilities are prepared and ready for the arrival of clients and will also ensure Fire Officers are appointed for facilities being used and ensure clients are fully aware of all procedures.

Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will liaise with other Uppingham School departments such as Catering, Porterage, Maintenance, Accounts, etc. as necessary for the efficient operation of the programme of courses, functions, and events, and regarding the use of facilities.

To be considered for this role you will need customer service or events experience, with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and associated programmes, and will be a competent administrator.

The ability to prioritise multiple tasks on an ongoing basis will be crucial, and experience of working in a busy and sometimes pressurised environment is equally important.

What we offer:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members.

You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

1. 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
2. Discount on School fees
3. Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
4. 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
5. Westfield healthcare
6. Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
7. Contributory pension scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. In house Occupational Health Service
10. Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
11. Free staff lunches during term-time
12. Free annual Flu vaccinations
13. Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
14. Cycle to Work scheme
15. Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
16. Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
17. Recognised as “Investors in Diversity”

For further details about this unique opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.

Closing date: 21 April 2025, 12:00 am.

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 (KSCiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.