Room Bookings and Lettings Administrator

Truro and Penwith College; Truro; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a highly organised Room Bookings & Lettings Assistant to support the smooth operation of examinations and events. The role involves coordinating room bookings, timetable changes, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, experience in busy environments, and qualifications in English and Maths. Evening or weekend work may be required occasionally. Join a supportive team committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Opportunities for development

Commitment to teamwork and innovation

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience in a busy environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines confidently.
• Experience in education, event coordination, or facilities support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support for room bookings and events.
• Coordinate timetable changes and examination arrangements.
• Maintain accurate booking systems and events calendar.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative experience

IT systems proficiency

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Qualifications at Level 2 in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Truro and Penwith College are looking to appoint a highly organised and proactive Room Bookings & Lettings Assistant to join our Operations and Examinations Team. This is a key role supporting the smooth running of examinations, internal events, and external lettings across the College. In this varied and fast-paced position, you will provide comprehensive administrative support, ensuring the efficient coordination of room bookings, timetable changes, and examinations arrangements. You will also support the planning and delivery of College events, liaise with Estates and support teams, and maintain accurate rooming information, booking systems, and the College events calendar. Evening or weekend work may occasionally be required, with TOIL provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys logistical organisation, problem-solving, and working collaboratively with a range of teams.

What We're Looking For

• Highly organised, with strong administrative experience in a busy environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and changing priorities confidently.
• Skilled in using IT systems, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
• An effective communicator who can respond promptly and professionally to staff, students, and external partners.
• Calm under pressure – particularly during examination periods and College events.
• Experience working in education, event coordination, timetabling, or facilities support is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications at Level 2 in English and Maths are required.

We offer a supportive and professional environment with opportunities for development, and a genuine commitment to teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.