Community Partnership Events Assistant

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Stroud; On-site; GBP 15,343 - 25,572; Full time

Job summary

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College in Stroud is seeking a Community Partnerships Events Assistant within our Community Partnerships team. You will support the planning and on-the-day delivery of college events, welcome visitors and partners, and assist with marketing and data collection for future planning.

The role requires GCSEs and a relevant qualification in events or hospitality, plus experience in customer-facing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing, hospitality, retail or events environment.
• Experience helping to organise or support events, activities or functions.
• Experience using booking, scheduling or database systems.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, the Further Education sector.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and on-the-day delivery of SGS's community and employer events, including open days, employer showcases, festivals and community celebrations.
• Help set up and break down event spaces, including furniture, signage, equipment and catering, ensuring venues are ready and presentable.
• Welcome and support visitors, employers and community partners on the day, providing a friendly and professional first point of contact.
• Support marketing and promotion of events, including distributing materials, updating event listings and helping capture photos/content for social media.

Skills

Customer facing experience

Event support experience

Booking & scheduling tools

Knowledge of FE sector

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade C/4 or above)

Relevant qualification in events/hospitality/customer service

Job description

Reference: REQ001500
Location: Stroud, WISE or Filton Campuses
FTE Salary: up to £25,572.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Full time, Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week

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

We have an exciting role of a Community Partnerships Events Assistant within our Community Partnerships team!

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Support the planning and on-the-day delivery of SGS's community and employer events, including open days, employer showcases, festivals and community celebrations.
• Help set up and break down event spaces, including furniture, signage, equipment and catering, ensuring venues are ready and presentable.
• Welcome and support visitors, employers and community partners on the day, providing a friendly and professional first point of contact.
• Support marketing and promotion of events, including distributing materials, updating event listings and helping capture photos/content for social media.
• Carry out basic administrative tasks linked to partnership and events activity, such as processing enquiries, bookings and attendee lists.
• Support the collection of feedback and evaluation data after events to help inform future planning.
• Respond to day-to-day enquiries from community groups, employers and members of the public wishing to engage with or use SGS facilities.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Relevant qualification in events, hospitality, customer service or a related field
• Experience in a customer-facing, hospitality, retail or events environment
• Experience helping to organise or support events, activities or functions
• Experience using booking, scheduling or database systems
• Knowledge of, or interest in, the Further Education sector

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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