Events Coordinator

We are seeking to appoint an events coordinator from September 2025. This is a new role at King’s and is an exciting opportunity to support the successful delivery of major events across the school. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and will work with teaching staff and professional services staff to ensure that events are coordinated and arranged such that they run smoothly and successfully. The post will involve working closely with all stakeholders within the King’s community, including staff, pupils, visitors and parents.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, term-time only.

Person Specification

Essential 

• GCSE Level Qualification or equivalent including English and Maths 
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Forms) and the ability and willingness to learn other bespoke programs
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to form relationships quickly and successfully excellent judgment and diplomacy when dealing with staff, parents and pupils 
• Adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage a busy workload and work independently 
• A ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to take on tasks that arise 
• Calmness, proactivity, positivity and the ability to problem-solve under pressure 
• Excellent organisational skills 
• Confident, effective and assured communication skills, both in written and verbal form 
• Ability to build strong relationships quickly and successfully at all levels 
• Great attention to detail and accuracy 
• An evaluative approach to events 
• The ability to act as both mediator and manager as the needs of an event require 
• A willingness to work flexibly to meet the requirements of the role including some weekends and evenings 
• A flexible and supportive team player who is willing do whatever is required 
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

Desirable 

• Role specific qualifications or training 
• Prior experience of events coordination within a secondary school environment 
• Experience of a similar role and/or work in an educational environment 
• Experience in graphic design
• Experience with box office systems such as Spektrix (alternatively, training will be provided)

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities. We offer excellent benefits including healthcare, contributory pension scheme, free gym membership and lunch during term time.

To apply for this role, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 4th June 2025

Interview date: Thursday 11th June 2025

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.