Conference & AV Support Assistant FTC Until July 2027

Unipart Technologies Group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday pro-rata

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Unipart Technologies Group in Cowley, Oxford is seeking a part-time Conference & AV Support Assistant (FTC until July 2027). The role focuses on setting up conference rooms, moving and installing AV equipment, and providing on-site support for meetings and events, primarily 12:30–18:30, Monday to Friday.

You’ll assist with equipment maintenance, storage and sign-in procedures, and occasional reception cover. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in conference centre support, hospitality, facilities, or basic AV event operations would be an advantage.
• Confident in the use of IT equipment, including display and AV equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up conference and meeting rooms.
• Move various pieces of equipment including heavy items.
• Organise storage areas including furniture and AV equipment.
• Set up Audio Visual equipment and perform daily checks of digital signage.
• Manage equipment returns and maintenance.
• Support conference facilitators and delegates with connecting to room AV systems and WiFi.
• Assist with equipment installation, set‑up and operation.
• Maintain clean, tidy and organised conference rooms, storage areas and equipment.

Skills

AV support

Conference setup

IT equipment

Team work

Prioritisation

Tools

Display equipment

Networking/WiFi

Job description

Conference & AV Support Assistant FTC Until July 2027

Unipart House

Conference & AV Support Assistant FTC Until July 2027

Cowley, Oxford (OX4 2PG)

Salary and benefits £20,880.60 per annum, 22 days holiday plus bank holidays pro-rata, pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits scheme

Please note, this role is 30 hours per week, 12:30 – 18:30, Monday to Friday

About the Role

You’ll have an important part to play as our part‑time Conference Assistant providing all meeting room and conference equipment requirements. In a fast‑paced business environment you’ll regularly set up furniture and equipment for conferences and events, as well as providing, moving and installing Audio Visual support and routine equipment maintenance. Occasionally covering reception during team breaks and holidays, you’ll support with relevant tasks in a small Client Services. Training will be given.

As part of your key responsibilities you’ll:

Set up conference and meeting rooms

Move various pieces of equipment including heavy equipment such as chairs, tables, flip charts as required

Organise storage areas including furniture and AV equipment

Set up Audio Visual equipment and perform daily checks of digital signage

Manage equipment returns and maintenance

Support conference facilitators and delegates with connecting to room AV systems and WiFi

Assist with equipment installation, set‑up and operation

Maintain clean, tidy and organised conference rooms, storage areas and equipment

About You

Experience in conference centre support, hospitality, facilities, or basic AV event operations would be an advantage

Confident in the use of IT equipment, including display and AV equipment

Confident and self‑motivated individual, who is able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team

Ability to prioritise own workloads and follow instructions to meet tight deadlines

Reliable with a positive can‑do attitude with a friendly, professional manner and a willingness to learn new skills

Ability to move equipment as mentioned in the responsibilities

About Unipart

We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.

£20,880.60 per annum, 22 days holiday plus bank holidays pro-rata, pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits scheme

Hours

30 hours per week, 12:30 – 18:30, Monday to Friday

Registered Office: Unipart House, Garsington Road, Cowley, Oxford, OX4 2PG, United Kingdom | ICO Registration: Z7250768