Events Assistant
Hereford Cathedral Closing date: Fri, 08 May 2026
- Full time
- £20k-£25k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Events Assistant is a dynamic role centred on supporting the work of Hereford Cathedral's Events Department. The Events Department's core aim is to support the demand for income generating events and venue hires, such as light shows, silent discos, and multiple days of concerts, whilst also maintaining our programme of community, charity and missional engagement events and projects. These events help to anchor Hereford Cathedral's identity as a space for all and a centre of the community, city and county.
The Events Assistant will join the department at an exciting time as we plan ahead for flagship events including the Medieval Hereford Festival over the summer, The Mysteries play in the Autumn and the ever-popular Christmas Fair. This is an exciting position in a busy department, ideal for a sociable and professional individual with attention to detail, initiative and a positive mindset.
Starting Salary: £23, 478
Other benefits include:
- 33 days holiday (inclusive of BH)
- flexible/hybrid working possible
- Pension (8% employer contribution)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free parking (subject to availability)
- A pleasant working environment within historic buildings
- The camaraderie of supportive and friendly colleagues
- Responsibility and independence in a small team
- Opportunities for continuing professional development
- Discounts in the on-site caf and shop
Job Requirements
ESSENTIAL
GCSE level education or equivalent
Ability to carry out various physical tasks
Confident user of ICT systems
Good organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently to deadlines
Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally
Good team player but able to work alone
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
DESIRABLE
Previous experience of working for events, visitor engagement, hospitality, retail or community/ charity organisations
Previous experience of delivering excellent customer service
Previous experience of working with a ticketing box office system such as Spektrix.
Hold a current First Aid at Work qualification, or a willingness and ability to attain one
Understanding of Health and Safety legislation
Job Responsibilities
Provide administrative support for the Events Department
Provide practical administration of bookings for the smaller venues on the cathedral site.
Communicate effectively and professionally with external clients and venue hirers
Assist the Events Department to effectively oversee and provide practical and administrative support for events run by other cathedral departments
Produce monthly notes for the cathedral Vergers
Assist the rota and safety briefing preparation and be a key point of contact for the voluntary Commercial Event Steward team.
Assist with the CRM Box Office system 'Spektrix'.
Support the Events and Development Officer
Providing practical hands-on support on event days
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Events Assistant
- Salary: £20k-£25k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Events
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 08 May 2026
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Location:
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Job: Events Assistant
Job: Events Assistant
Organisation: Hereford Cathedral
Postcode: HR1 2NG
How to Apply
Please find further details and how to apply at www.herefordcathedral.org/vacancies
- Contact name: Therese Windle
- Contact email: [email protected]