Commercial Enterprise Manager

Downside School; Radstock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished independent school in the UK seeks a full-time administrative staff member with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will manage office administration and support events, requiring flexibility in working hours. Offering a salary between £28,000 and £30,000 annually, this role includes generous benefits such as free lunches, parking, and leisure facilities. Join a supportive team in a reputable educational environment.

Benefits

Complimentary lunch

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills; fully competent in using MS Office.
• Strong organisation skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Experience of office administration systems.
• Desirable previous commercial experience in an educational setting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Office administration

Flexibility

Job description

To be successful, you will have :

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate confidently and sensitively with customers and staff.
• Excellent IT skills; fully competent in using MS Office.
• Strong organisation skills the ability to prioritise your workload and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience of office administration systems with the ability to develop both computerised and manual systems as required.
• A flexible approach to work and a willingness to support events outside of normal working hours (time off in lieu will be given).
• Previous commercial experience within an educational setting is desirable.

We can offer the successful candidate :

• An experienced, supportive, skilled, and innovative staff team.
• Excellent catering facility, which offers all our staff a complimentary lunch.
• Free on-site parking.
• Employee Assistance Program and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Complimentary access to onsite leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool, gym and squash courts.

Contractual Details

Pay : £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Hours : Full time hours of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 : 00am 5 : 00pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. A flexible approach to working hours is essential, including regular evening and weekend working, in line with the needs of the business. This is an all-year-round position with 33 days annual leave which includes 8 days Bank and Public Holidays.

Contract : Full-time permanent contract

To Apply

For further information please apply via our website at Working at Downside - Downside School where you can download full details of the role.

You can apply with this direct job link : https://cvminder.com/2512n41u

Please complete your application through our applicant tracking system, using the apply button. CVs are not accepted.

Applications must be completed in full to include full employment history, education history and contact details for referees for current and most recent employer.

Closing date for applications

Sunday 4th January 2026 (Midnight)

We look forward to hearing from you.

Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The School is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath.

Downside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be DBS checked. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer. Registered Company No. 11751009 and Registered Charity No : 1184700