Downside School - Commercial Enterprise Manager

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Commercial Enterprise Manager.

Detail

We have a vacancy for a full time Commercial Enterprise Manager at Downside School.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and co-ordinating the growth and delivery of a diverse portfolio of commercial events & lettings across the year. This role requires excellent stakeholder management.

A key feature will be the ability to collaborate with the wider staff community to look at opportunities whilst being mindful of the potential effects on existing school operations.

The Commercial Enterprise Manager will work closely with the Bursar and other senior staff to manage existing lettings and find new opportunities for the School. The role involves some work outside normal working hours, although you will have assistants to cover most out-of-hours commitments.

To be successful, you will have:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate confidently and sensitively with customers and staff.
• Excellent IT skills; fully competent in using MS Office.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to prioritise your workload and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience of office administration systems with the ability to develop both computerised and manual systems as required.
• A flexible approach to work and a willingness to support events outside of normal working hours (time off in lieu will be given).
• Previous commercial experience within an educational setting is desirable.

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An experienced, supportive, skilled, and innovative staff team.
• Excellent catering facility, which offers all our staff a complimentary lunch.
• Free on-site parking.
• Employee Assistance Program and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Complimentary access to onsite leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool, gym and squash courts.

Contractual Details

• Pay: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Hours: Full time hours of 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. A flexible approach to working hours is essential, including regular evening and weekend working, in line with the needs of the business. This is an all-year-round position with 33 days annual leave which includes 8 days Bank and Public Holidays.
• Contract: Full-time permanent contract

To Apply

For further information please apply via our website at Working at Downside - Downside School where you can download full details of the role.

You can apply with this direct job link: https://cvminder.com/2512n41u

Please complete your application through our applicant tracking system, using the apply button. CVs are not accepted.

Applications must be completed in full to include full employment history, education history and contact details for referees for current and most recent employer.

This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Downside School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date. An early application is recommended.

Alternatively, you can call us on 01761 235100 and ask for an application form to be posted. Please contact the Human Resources email address (recruitment@downside.co.uk) if you require further information after reading the job description.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 4th January 2026 (Midnight)

We look forward to hearing from you.

Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The School is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath.

Downside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be DBS checked. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer. Registered Company No. 11751009 and Registered Charity No: 1184700