Sports and Events Coordinator

Reference: REQ
Location: WISE
FTE Salary: up to £3 1,815.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 37 hours per week

At SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourageapplications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Financial Rewards and Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions of 16%.
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays - 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free Annual Eye test
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.

Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit

We have an exciting role of Theatre and Events Coordinator within our Communities and Partnerships team!

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation, booking and utilisation of SGS sports facilities, ensuring an excellent experience for all users.
• Act as the main point of contact for sports clubs, governing bodies, community organisations, commercial customers and facility hirers.
• Plan and support the delivery of sporting events, tournaments, competitions and community programmes across SGS venues.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships that increase facility usage, community engagement and commercial opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with Sports Academies, curriculum teams and operational departments to maximise the use and impact of SGS facilities.
• Promote SGS WISE and wider sports facilities, helping to grow participation, attract new customers and support commercial income targets.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Sport, Leisure Management, Management, Events, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating bookings, events, sports activities or customer services within a busy environment.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules effectively.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with experience working with customers, clubs, community organisations and partners.
• Knowledge of sports facility operations, venue management, health and safety, safeguarding and event delivery.

Please apply online by: Monday 21st September 2026

Expected Interview Date: Tuesday 29 th September 2026

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.

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