Events & Courses Co-ordinator (DDSL)

The Opportunity

Millfield Enterprises is seeking a highly organised, proactive and customer-focused Events & Courses Co-ordinator to support the planning and delivery of our diverse and growing portfolio of events, courses and camps.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at the heart of a busy, commercial events operation within one of the UK’s leading independent schools. This role has become available due to internal progression, reflecting the opportunities for development within the team.

The Role

As Events & Courses Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in the planning, sales, and delivery of residential and non-residential programmes. Acting as second-in-command to the Senior Events & Courses Manager, you will ensure high standards of customer experience, operational excellence and commercial success.

You will also take on responsibilities as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting a strong safeguarding culture across all activity (training provided).

Key Responsibilities

• ?? Coordinate and deliver a wide range of events, courses and camps
• ?? Act as a lead operational contact for assigned programmes, including on-site delivery
• ??? Plan logistics including facilities, staffing, timetables and programme schedules
• ?? Support sales activity, respond to enquiries and help convert bookings
• ?? Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, clients and partners
• ?? Maintain accurate systems, records and reporting
• ?? Deputise for the Senior Events & Courses Manager when required
• ??? Support safeguarding, health & safety and compliance across all activities

What we’re looking for

·  ??? Has experience in events, hospitality, education programmes or a similar environment

·  ?? Is highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once

·  ? Thrives in a customer-facing, fast-paced environment

·  ?? Communicates confidently and builds strong working relationships

·  ?? Is proactive, adaptable and solution-focused

·  ?? Has strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards

·  ??? Is committed to safeguarding and the wellbeing of young people

Additional Information

• Flexibility is essential, including evenings, weekends during school holiday periods
• This role includes DDSL responsibilities (training provided)
• The position is subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including Enhanced DBS clearance

What you’ll receive

• £27,250 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Freshly prepared lunches for just £10.30 per month
• Access to excellent school facilities
• Discounts and cashback through our Employee Assistance Programme
• The opportunity to work in a unique, vibrant environment delivering outstanding events

Hours of work

This is a full-time, year-round role working 35 hours per week on a rota basis.

• During peak periods (including school holidays), flexibility is required, with evening and weekend working
• During term time, working patterns are typically Monday to Friday, with shifts of:
  • 8.30am – 4.00pm
  • 10.00am – 5.30pm

Join us and play a key role in delivering exceptional experiences at Millfield Enterprises — apply today.

**Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible** 

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

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