Event & Operation Coordinator

Clifton College; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifton College in Bristol is a vibrant hub of activity hosting a wide variety of events, workshops, and experiences. The Events & Operations Coordinator role will provide flexible, permanent support in the operational management and delivery of events across the College.

This role suits someone who enjoys variety and thrives in dynamic environments, assisting the Experience and Programming team with planning, on-day coordination, and stakeholder liaison across events such as educational

Responsibilities

• Assist the Experience and Programming team with operational planning and on-day coordination.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across a diverse range of events (educational workshops, conferences, weddings, filming projects, residential schools, and community events).

Job description

Clifton College is a vibrant hub of activity throughout the year, hosting a wide variety of events, workshops, and experiences. The Events & Operations Coordinator role will provide flexible, permanent support in the operational management and delivery of events across the College.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in dynamic environments, and takes pride in ensuring events run smoothly. You will assist the Experience and Programming team with operational planning, on-day coordination, and stakeholder liaison across a diverse range of events, including:

• Educational workshops and training programs
• Conferences and corporate events
• Weddings and private bookings
• Filming projects and residential schools
• Community engagement events, including our annual triathlon

Clifton College is part of Clifton College Education Group, and is a leading independent day and boarding school educating over 1,200 pupils aged 3 to 18 years. The College offers day education, flexi and full boarding and is a proudly inclusive and supportive community, with over 40 nationalities represented.

Founded in 1862, the College provides an exceptional all-round education that successfully combines a rich heritage with modern state-of-the-art facilities. Located in one of the most beautiful suburbs of the vibrant city of Bristol, we are proud to offer the finest all-round education based on the highest academic and pastoral standards, and a diverse range of first-class co-curricular activities.

For further details regarding this role, please see the attached job description.

Closing date: 27/09/2026

Early applications are encouraged, as the College reserves the right to interview and possibly appoint candidates before the closing date.

Clifton College is committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects our community. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage / civil partnerships. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Please note, we require candidates to be at least 18 years of age for all roles apart from our lifeguard positions where candidates are required to be 16+ with the relevant qualifications.

We arecommitted to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. Safeguarding is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the College. We make sure that all our staff are trained and supervised to a high standard so they can provide safe, effective practice.

All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes the disclosure of criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to complete an enhanced criminal record disclosure (DBS check) and undergo our pre-employment screening. As a regulated sector we are required to ask for references prior to interview, by applying for this role you are consenting for us to contact your referees. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 therefore you will be asked to disclose all previous convictions not exempt under amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.