Casual Events Assistant

The-Great-Yorkshire-Events-Centre; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Full training and support

Opportunities across many events

Flexible shifts around commitments

Friendly and supportive environment

Job summary

The Great Yorkshire Events Centre in Harrogate is seeking reliable casual events staff to support a wide range of events. This hands-on role involves setting up spaces, assisting with delivery and breakdown, and providing front-of-house support as needed.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided. Competitive hourly pay and the chance to work across many events offer flexible shifts for those balancing other commitments.

Qualifications

• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake a variety of tasks.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting.

Responsibilities

• Set up event spaces and lay out furniture per event plans.
• Assist with venue setup and breakdown activities.
• Support waste management and recycling initiatives.
• Clean and prepare event spaces with safe use of cleaning equipment.
• Provide front-of-house support when required.
• Assist the wider events team to ensure events are delivered successfully.
• Undertake other duties associated with event operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Physical work

Job description

Location: On site / Harrogate HG2 8NZ, UK
job type: Casual / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Events Services | General
Salary: Competitive salary

Casual Events Assistant

Hours: Casual, as required

Pay: Competitive hourly rate

The Great Yorkshire Events Centre is looking to expand its register of casual event workers to support the delivery of a wide range of events throughout the year.

From trade shows and exhibitions to conferences, gala dinners and large-scale public events, no two days are the same. The venue also plays a significant role during the Great Yorkshire Show, hosting attractions such as the Home & Gift Hall, the Food Hall and the Cheese & Dairy Show.

We are seeking reliable, enthusiastic individuals to provide additional support to our core team during event setup, delivery and breakdown, as and when business needs arise.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role that will involve a degree of physical work. As every event is different, duties will vary depending on the needs of the event and venue.

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Setting up event spaces and laying out furniture in accordance with event plans
• Assisting with venue setup and breakdown activities
• Supporting waste management and recycling initiatives within the venue
• Cleaning and preparing event spaces, including the safe use of cleaning equipment and machinery
• Providing front-of-house support when required
• Assisting the wider events team to ensure events are delivered successfully
• Undertaking other reasonable duties associated with event operations

What We're Looking For

• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• A willingness to undertake a variety of tasks
• Reliability and a strong work ethic
• The ability to undertake physical work, including lifting, carrying and moving furniture where required

No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full training and support
• Opportunities to work at a wide variety of events
• The ability to express interest in available shifts that fit around your other commitments
• A friendly and supportive working environment

How the Casual Worker Arrangement Operates

Successful applicants will join our register of casual event workers.

Opportunities to work will be advertised through our app as and when business needs arise. There is no guarantee of work, and the Great Yorkshire Events Centre is under no obligation to offer any minimum number of hours or assignments. Likewise, individuals are under no obligation to accept any work that is offered.

Hours and frequency of work will vary depending on event schedules and operational requirements. Available shifts can be accepted by casual workers based on availability and business needs.

This opportunity is intended to provide additional support during busy periods and events and should not be regarded as a guarantee of regular or ongoing work.

If you would like to join a team that helps deliver some of Yorkshire's leading events, we would love to hear from you.

For any questions about the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.