Event Assistant

2 weeks ago

Tamworth Staffordshire, United Kingdom Landau Forte Charitable Trust Full time

Our opportunity for you

Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form & QEMS is a popular oversubscribed academy in Tamworth with a very large and expanding Sixth Form. You will be supported in your career through our extensive CPD programme including the opportunity to complete nationally recognised qualifications. We are committed to prioritising the wellbeing of our staff through a wellbeing committee by committing to the Education Staff Wellbeing Charter.

We are looking for a versatile and outgoing individual to join the Academy as a Casual Event Assistant to support our community hire and lettings activities. The hours are not fixed at this point, but we expect a consistent pattern of hours to become available to the successful applicant soon after starting. The majority of shifts will fall between 16:30-21:00 on weekdays and 09:00-20:00 on weekends.

The type of person we are looking for is likely to possess infectious enthusiasm, a reliable and highly organised individual, who can multi-task, with a professional and friendly disposition. He or she will be resilient, driven, determined, and ambitious.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a unique venue with a range of visiting events. The Academy is known for its excellent facilities and friendly staff. This is an opportunity to work within a dedicated events team to provide excellent customer service.

This post is based in Tamworth at Landau Forte Academy Amington on Woodland Road and Landau Forte Academy QEMS and Sixth Form on the Ashby Road. For any queries about the role or to arrange a tour of the site please contact Sophie Hammond shammond@lfct.org.uk

Key information
  • Start date : ASAP
  • Salary : National Minimum Wage
  • Closing Date : 30th May 2024

What we can offer you

  • A supportive, cohesive and exciting working environment
  • Career prospects within an innovative and ambitious Multi Academy Trust
Landau Forte Academy QEMS & Tamworth Sixth Form

Landau Forte Academy QEMS joined the Landau Forte Charitable Trust in September 2011 and delivers education to 11-16 year olds. Landau Forte Academy Sixth Form is a purpose-built establishment providing Level 3 courses, both Advanced Level and BTEC, for the whole of Tamworth and beyond. The academies are located on a shared campus, but both operate from their own facilities, with Landau Forte Academy Sixth Form having new bespoke, accommodation, which opened in September 2011, with a new Sports Hall that opened in 2013.

The local area

Tamworth is a historic town surrounded by beautiful countryside, located a short distance from Birmingham. The Academy is located close to the centre of Tamworth, with superb transport links. Tamworth boasts a range of historical sites and leisure attractions, including: Tamworth Castle; the Tamworth SnowDome and Drayton Manor Amusement Park. Within a 20 minute drive from the town, you can find yourself in the beautiful, open Staffordshire countryside or Birmingham‘s bustling city centre.

  • Tamworth is 10 minutes away from the M42, junction 10
  • Direct trains from Birmingham (10 minutes) and London (1 hour 15 minutes)
  • Birmingham and East Midlands Airports are 30 minutes away

Person specification

The type of person we are looking for is likely to possess enthusiasm and be passionate about providing excellent customer service. He or she will be confident, driven, self-sufficient where needed, be creative and motivated.

Specific Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent at managing their own time and priorities.
  • Personable with a friendly disposition, enjoys working in a team and meeting new people.
  • Willing to be versatile and learn new skills.
  • Willing to work unsociable hours to support internal and external events.
  • A creative, hard-working, lateral thinker
  • Proactive; a forward thinker
  • A self-starter who can work unsupervised using their own initiative
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage the varied workload of a member of a busy events team
  • Reliable and trustworthy

Job description

Duties for this job will include (but are not limited to):

  • Front of House responsibilities,
  • Equipment and facilities set up and pack down,
  • Serving drinks and snacks and cleaning bar equipment and facilities
  • Welcome artists to the theatre, work closely with them to achieve the best performance standard possible and help build the reputation with artists as an excellent theatre in which to perform.
  • Work as part of a team to deliver the varied tasks across the school, showing flexibility to meet the demands required.
  • Work within the theatre’s Health and Safety Policy and to be mindful of the safety of theatre staff, members of visiting companies and members of the public
  • Work closely with all LFE staff to help ensure the comfort, safety and enjoyment of audiences.
  • Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time that are consistent with the purpose of the job.
  • Attend any training required as deemed necessary by Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form & QEMS.

Any other appropriate duties and responsibilities relevant to the post as directed by the Chief Executive Officer, Principal, Head of Operations, Office Manager or Operations Manager.

Apply for this position

If this sounds like the ideal job opportunity for you, please complete the following steps:

  1. Read the Guidance & Criteria document:
    [prettyfilelist type="pdf,xls,doc,zip,ppt,img,mp3" filestoshow="901," filesPerPage="3"]
  2. Complete either the Word or PDF version of the application form:
    [prettyfilelist type="pdf,xls,doc,zip,ppt,img,mp3" filestoshow="882,876," orderby="title" orderdir="ASC" filesPerPage="3"]
  3. Complete either the Word or PDF version of the Equal Opportunities form:
    [prettyfilelist type="pdf,xls,doc,zip,ppt,img,mp3" filestoshow="886,885," orderby="title" orderdir="ASC" filesPerPage="3"]
  4. Return your completed application form along with a covering letter and your CV to: recruitment@lfct.org.uk . You can also post your application to:
    HR Officer
    Landau Forte Charitable Trust
    Ashby Road
    Tamworth
    Staffordshire
    B79 8AH

All appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and a criminal background check. Landau Forte Charitable Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this post.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Self-declaration is subject to Ministry of Justice guidance on the disclosure of criminal records, further information can be found on GOV.UK.

The Trust will conduct all necessary searches and checks as relevant and in line with Government Safer Recruitment guidelines, our Safer Recruitment policy can be found on our website at

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Event Assistant Immediate Start

    2 weeks ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Landau Forte Charitable Trust Full time

    Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form & QEMS is a popular oversubscribed academy in Tamworth with a very large and expanding Sixth Form. We are looking for a versatile and outgoing individual to join the Academy as a Casual Event Assistant to support our community hire and lettings activities. The majority of shifts will fall between 16:30-21:00 on...

  • Live Events Technician Apprentice

    6 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Creative Alliance Full time

    Description: We are TechPro and for more than a decade we have helped our clients deliver live events that are memorable for all the right reasons. Our attention to detail, experience and expertise combine to not only ensure a flawless delivery of live events, but enhance the reputation of those agencies that understand the TechPro difference. We are...

  • Events Team Member

    5 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom STATFOLD NARROW GAUGE MUSEUM TRUST LTD Full time

    **The Statfold Country Park Event’s Team** play a pivotal role in delivering a fantastic day out for the families and guests that visit us. We are after individuals that strive to go above and beyond, using their initiative to ensure the Guest’s expectations are met and exceeded. From checking and selling tickets to operating some of our attractions -...

  • Accounts Assistant/assistant Account

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Pertemps Tamworth Full time

    Accounts Assistant 12 Month Fixed Term ContractMonday – Friday9am- 5:30pm Salary: £25K + monthly bonus Benefits: Employee of the month Social Events Birthday leave Holiday Buybacks Online Training Online GP appointments Discounted gym access Cash back & discounts Mental Health Support Free parking Pertemps are recruiting for...

  • Accounts Assistant/assistant Account

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Pertemps Tamworth Full time

    Accounts Assistant 12 Month Fixed Term ContractMonday – Friday9am- 5:30pm Salary: £25K + monthly bonus Benefits: Employee of the month Social Events Birthday leave Holiday Buybacks Online Training Online GP appointments Discounted gym access Cash back & discounts Mental Health Support Free parking Pertemps are recruiting for...

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Pertemps Tamworth Full time

    Accounts Assistant 12 Month Fixed Term ContractMonday – Friday9am- 5:30pm Salary: £25K + monthly bonus Benefits: Dress down days. Employee of the month Social Events Birthday leave Holiday Buybacks Closed for Christmas Online Training Online GP appointments Free flu jabs Discounted gym access Death in service Cash back & discounts Free...

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Pertemps Tamworth Full time

    Accounts Assistant 12 Month Fixed Term ContractMonday – Friday9am- 5:30pm Salary: £25K + monthly bonus Benefits: Dress down days. Employee of the month Social Events Birthday leave Holiday Buybacks Closed for Christmas Online Training Online GP appointments Free flu jabs Discounted gym access Death in service Cash back & discounts Free...

  • Administration Assistant

    1 month ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full time

    Administration Assistant / Secretary, Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid, Property and Land Development **Your new company**Hays Business Support are working with a fantastic private sector organisation based in Tamworth. They are looking for an Administration Assistant to support the National Land Director. This is a full time, permanent position and is paying...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    15 hours ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Nando's Part time

    Kitchen Assistant - TamworthHourly Rate: 11.44This may differ for under 18s We're on the search for Back of House Nandocas (what we call our Team Members) to join us!The role of a Back of House Nandoca is simple...to prepare and make the finest PERi-PERi meals to wow every guest. We offer full and part-time positions, and no previous experience is...

  • Administration Assistant

    1 month ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Headquarters role Full time

    Our Client is a leading Home Builder of affordable housing with over 60 years experience. They build high-quality Apartments and Family homes across the UK. **Overview of the vacancy**: To provide a complete administration service and support to the National Director and the Strategic Team whilst undertaking confidential tasks, cascading information, and...

  • Event

    5 days ago

    Cheadle, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Creative Personnel Full time

    KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Leading and developing our scenic team including line management. Identifying and developing new business opportunities to help grow our scenic department. Liaising with the project managers to collate set lists and pass on to the workshop team. Managing the preparation process of our equipment to ensure the highest...

  • Facilities Assistant

    4 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty Full time

    **About the role** Balfour Beatty Vinci has an exciting opportunity for a Facilities Assistant to join our team based in Kingsbury, working on HS2. **Role Purpose**: We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to provide support to a dedicated sublot team in Kingsbury. The Facilities Assistant will be expected to carry out admin duties for our teams,...

  • Operations Assistant

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom PMY Technologies UK Full time

    We provide great services and design amazing solutions for world-class events and facilities, and our culture reflects this. We think big, and we work hard for our clients and each other to deliver quality outcomes. This is your opportunity to make your mark and gain some fantastic experience. Based in our warehouse office at Tamworth Working Hours are 9am...

  • Legal Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom LJW Recruitment Solutions Full time

    I am currently working with a reputable Law Firm who are looking for a Legal Assistant to join their Residential Conveyancing Assistant in their Tamworth office. **Role & Responsibilities -** - Taking Client Instructions, checking ID, source of funds, gift deposits, etc. - Issuing Sales contracts - Requesting Mortgage Redemption figures - Translate...

  • Project Assistant

    3 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Reference Technology Ltd Full time

    **Project Support Assistant (Part-time)** You have a fantastic opportunity to join an industry-leading technology company based in Tamworth in a project support role on a part-time basis. We have an amazing team who know how to deliver the best to our customers, and we need another talented, committed project professional to join them. What matters most to...

  • Assistant Junior Graphic Designer

    1 week ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Drayton Manor Resort Full time

    **What’s on offer?** A new position at Drayton Manor for an Assistant Junior Graphic Designer to join our vibrant Marketing team. Your primary function will be to support design requirements of the department delivering for all verticals within Drayton Manor Resort. You will assist with content development, seasonal events, activities, and product...

  • Visitor Assistant

    4 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Middleton Hall & Gardens Full time

    **Visitor Assistant - Job Description** **Job Title**: Visitor Assistant **Hourly rate**: £11.44 per hour **Working days**: Saturdays & Sundays plus either a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday each week. Daytimes or evenings as required by Middleton Hall Trust. **Start of contract**: 01.06.2024 **End of contract**: 03.11.2024 **Reports to**: Visitor...

  • Accounts/admin Assistant

    2 days ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Trophystore.co.uk Ltd Full time

    **Trophystore.co.uk Ltd**, the UK’s largest online retailer of trophies, medals and awards, is looking for an **Accounts Admin Assistant** to join its busy, expanding business in Tamworth. This new 9 month Temp-to-Perm role offers a mixture of administration and basic accounting. As **Accounts Admin Assistant**, you’ll be working closely with the...

  • Accounts Assistant

    1 day ago

    Tamworth, United Kingdom Pertemps Tamworth Full time

    Accounts Assistant 12 Month Fixed Term ContractMonday - Friday9am- 5:30pm Salary: £25K + monthly bonus Benefits:Dress down days.Employee of the monthSocial EventsBirthday leaveHoliday BuybacksClosed for ChristmasOnline TrainingOnline GP appointmentsFree flu jabsDiscounted gym accessDeath in serviceCash back & discountsFree counsellingMental Health...

  • Interim Campaign Manager

    4 days ago

    Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Bristan Group Ltd Full time

    Campaign Manager (Interim) Position: Interim (Maternity cover), Hybrid, Full time. Are you a passionate marketing professional with exceptional organisation and project management skills? Be the project lead on product launches, literature, POS, and events, aligning with brand propositions and guidelines. Own the delivery of 'always on/always available'...