Information for the role of (part-time) Conference AV Support Coordinator
Salary £22,449.14 per annum for 29 hours per week
An excellent opportunity to join a prestigious organisation in a varied and fulfilling role in a small, friendly team. Your day-to-day duties will include:
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The setup and management of the College’s conference and event facilities for both internal and external events
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Supporting the setup and operation of the AV services for all meetings and events, including hybrid meetings
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The moving and lifting of equipment (manual handling training will be given).
To be considered for this interesting role, you will need to have:
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A minimum of A level in English Language, Mathematics and ITQ (or equivalent)
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Experience of working with, or using, a range of AV equipment, including theatre and/or conference presentation systems
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A knowledge of AV equipment, theatre lighting and sound systems
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The ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
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Experience of working in a customer service role and good customer service skills
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The ability to move and lift heavy items (following manual handling guidelines and training)
The ideal candidate will be a team player, with a flexible approach to work and tasks. As you will need to work some weekends and evenings, flexibility on working hours is required. A good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (including Outlook) and of conference event booking software is desirable, as are a current First Aid qualification and UK-valid Driving Licence.
As well as the salary, we offer a wide range of benefits:
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35 days Holiday (including bank holidays and Christmas closure period)
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Discretionary Bonus scheme
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Free College Lunches on working days
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Pension scheme (with matched contribution up to 10%)
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Free access to an Employee Assistance programme 24/7
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Healthcare Cash scheme (e.g. for prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy)
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Free Life Assurance cover
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Optional subsidised private medical scheme
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Cycle purchase scheme, giving substantial savings on cycle purchase
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Free use of on-site Gym facilities
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Free on-site Car parking
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Social events
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An additional Day Off for your Birthday!
Please note, those benefits which are non-contractual may be amended or withdrawn at the College’s discretion.
How to apply
To apply for this position click “Apply Now” on the advert posting on our website (Staff vacancies | Downing College Cambridge) and complete an application form. You are able to upload your CV in support of your application.
Closing date: midday on Friday 24 July 2026. Please note that the closing date for this post may be brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.
Applications are welcomed from a broad range of backgrounds.
All applicants will be contacted once shortlisting has taken place. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Applicants who declare a disability will be offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.
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