Gala Event Administrative Assistant
January 2026 start, 4-months fixed term
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in high-profile fundraising event planning. The Gala Administrative Assistant will provide logistical and administrative support to the Events Manager, for the planning and execution of the Latymer Foundation Gala dinner in May 2026. This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented role requiring excellent communication and organisational skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. The role culminates in on-site day-of-event support and post-event follow-up. Gala event takes place on Thursday 7 May 2026. This role provides pre-event coordination, on-site support, and post-event wrap-up.
Mid-January 2026 through to mid-May 2026 (4-month contract) 37.5 per week with the requirement work extra hours when required where time off in lieu will be given. Salary £32,000 pro rata per annum.
To find out more about the school and our attractive staff benefits package, please visit our website and view the section “Join our Team”.
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 26 November 2025
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 3 December 2025
Diversity – The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We have an established and representative staff Equality and Diversity Board to help drive forward positive change. A further Equality and Diversity Committee has recently been formed from our student population.
We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our Support staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates for this role. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the School may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS, online checks and receipt of two satisfactory references