Sidney Sussex College is seeking to appoint an AV Technician/Events Facilitator. Reporting to the Conference and Events Manager, this new post to the College offers an exciting opportunity to work within Sidney’s Conference and Events Team to deliver exceptional event and meeting experiences.
The role of AV Technician/Events Facilitator is to provide technical audio-visual support, event facilitation and customer service, ensuring all meeting rooms, conference spaces, and event venues are prepared to the highest standard, supporting clients and guests throughout their event journey.
This is a permanent, full-time post working 37.5 hours per week, willingness to adopt a flexible approach to working hours is required, including evenings and weekends is expected, and you may be required to work additional hours from time to time to fulfil the requirements of the role and the needs of the College, especially during major conferences and internal College meetings. The salary ranges from points 11 - 19 on the Sidney Sussex salary spine which equates to £28,504 per annum to £30,036 per annum (based on experience).
Benefits include an annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme provided by the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), free College meals when on duty and free use of the College’s gym facilities. The College is also closed over the Christmas period.
A job description, person specification and application form are available on the College website at https://www.sid.cam.ac.uk/about-sidney/vacancies. In order to apply, please complete and submit an application form with a covering letter outlining your suitability to [email protected] by the closing date below. Alternatively, applications can by posted to HR Department at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge CB2 3HU. Sidney Sussex College wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in our Equal Opportunities Policy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010. Please complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form to help us understand the diversity of our job applicants. Completing this form is voluntary. The information provided will be kept confidential. None of the information you provide will be linked to your application.
The closing date of application is midday Monday 24 August 2026. Any offer of appointment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references; verification of identity and qualifications; and eligibility to work in the UK.
Sidney Sussex College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, Fellows and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievements of the College’s mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.
Pay: £28,504.00-£30,036.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
