Driver/Event Staff

Newsquest; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional media company in Norwich is seeking a Driver/Event Staff member to support promotional activities across Norfolk and Suffolk. Responsibilities include driving a branded van, setting up events, and selling newspapers. Candidates should possess a full valid driving licence and strong communication skills. This hands-on role offers a dynamic work environment where engagement with the community is key.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driving licence for driving branded van.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect stock and drive to events across the region.
• Set up promotional stands and equipment at venues.
• Sell newspapers and engage with customers.

Skills

Full valid driving licence

Great communication skills

Ability to work outdoors

Job description

Overview

Application Deadline: 6 October 2025

Department: Events and Marketing

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Norwich

Compensation: £12.70 / hour

Location: Based in Norwich, covering events across Norfolk and Suffolk

Contract Type: Casual / Event-Based

Are you confident, outgoing, and love being on the move? We’re looking for an outgoing, confident Driver / Event Staff member to support our promotional activity across Norfolk and Suffolk, especially at football games and county shows. You’ll be responsible for driving our branded van, collecting stock pre-event, delivering and setting up at the event and then selling copies of our newspapers with the team, including Eastern Daily Press, East Anglian Daily Times, Norwich Evening News and Ipswich Star. Finally, closing the event down and returning all stock to our central warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Collecting stock and driving our branded van to events and venues across the region
• Setting up promotional stands and equipment (gazebos, banners, etc.)
• Selling our newspapers with “goody bags” and encouraging engagement with brands.
• Wearing a banded uniform and maintaining a smart, approachable appearance.
• Supervising small teams (1–5 staff) at events when required
• Deliver stock to the event and deliver back to the warehouse any unsold stock.
• Lone working at times to prepare goody bags ahead of events

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A full, valid driving licence.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Have a warm, approachable personality with great communication skills
• Having a willingness to follow briefs and risk assessments
• Be reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Be comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Why join us?

This is a hands-on, varied role perfect for someone who enjoys being out and about, meeting people, and making a visible impact. You’ll be a key ambassador for our brands, helping us connect with communities and drive engagement in a fun, dynamic way.