Events Assistant

Job Introduction

SUBJECT TO COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT BEING REACHED 

From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role will be £30,024 – £33,143 from 1 December 2025.

You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure 

Interviews will be held on 11th September at the BCP Council Civic Centre in Bournemouth 

Role Purpose 

Administer externally organised outdoor events to ensure they deliver a safe and enjoyable experience. Support the events team to deliver any council-run outdoor events and festivals and income generating activity across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Liaise with Council departments and external stakeholders in administrating and helping to deliver events in a safe and enjoyable environment 
• Ensure outdoor events, whether organised by the Council or external events organisers, comply with all health & safety requirements and statutory and regulatory requirements, seeking guidance. 
• Provide operational support for council run events 
• Build positive relationships with event organisers and other stakeholders through exposure to different activities seeking guidance where required
• Provide a proactive support to the promotional activity and commercial event bookings across the BCP conurbation, maximising income for events, promotions, film, wedding and markets
• Use effective interpersonal skills to develop solutions to a range of problems
• Co-ordinate the events process through the agreed Events framework and set guidelines and policies.
• To act as a complaints officer for the service unit
• To attend meetings and take minutes where required
• Monitor Freedom of Information requests and support the service in the replying to these requests

The Ideal Candidate 

Specific Qualifications and Experience  

• 3 A levels, NVQ Level 3 or diploma or equivalent experience 
• Health and Safety qualification / training, or relevant level of work experience 
• Good knowledge of organisational processes and procedures for health & safety legislation and statutory and regulatory requirements for outdoor events 
• Experience in working in a busy environment, forward planning and adapting to changing environments

Personal Qualities & Attributes  

• Ability to communicate and thrive in team environment 
• Good administrative skills and attention to detail 
• Good at gaining and building rapport in customer facing environment
• Ability to be flexible in approach understanding different customer needs 

Job Requirements  

• Must be able to travel, using public or other forms of transport where they are viable, or by holding a valid UK driving licence with access to own or pool car 
• To work in locations between Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as required
• Flexible working – 5 in 7 days work evenings and weekends as required for events and bank holidays.

About BCP Council 

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. 

Our Benefits 

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council 

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people. 

From 1 December 2025, we’re proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. 

Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it’s flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we’re excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that’s evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. 

Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)  

Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you 

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