Summer Work Placement Events Assistant

Summer Work Placement

Temp Events Assistant – England Athletics National Championships

Remote – (However local to Sheffield would be advantageous. + travel to Bedford and other UK event locations)

£13.45 per hour plus expenses

Up to 15 days across July, August and September (specific dates below)

England Athletics is the membership and development body for athletics and running in England. We work in partnership with the wider athletics family, especially our member clubs and bodies, UK Athletics, Sport England & commercial partners, to grow opportunities for everyone to experience our sport and to enable them to reach their full potential. England Athletics also provides national-level competition and is responsible for athlete development beneath world-class performance levels.

England Athletics is a membership organisation with c1,870 member clubs/bodies and c180,843 registered athletes, which exists to provide services and support to its members and to promote and deliver athletics and running activities across all ages, event disciplines, ability levels and aspirations; and to give support to the wider sport where there are more than 6m who run each month in England, 4433 licensed road races and 207,631 active RunTogether participants operating in more than 3,686 groups.

We want to inspire more athletes and runners of all abilities and backgrounds to fulfil their potential and to have a lifelong love of the sport. It is our vision for athletics to become an inclusive sport where everyone belongs and can flourish. We want every participant involved in our sport, whether they are an athlete, runner, coach, official, leader, volunteer, facility operator, parent, or guardian to see and experience first-hand the guiding principles that continue to drive our work – including putting the athlete and runner first, encouraging high standards and ethical success across all aspects of our work, enhancing experiences, and working together in partnership not in isolation.

The Role

A vacancy has arisen at England Athletics for a Temporary Events Assistant to support the delivery of the National Championships across multiple event dates during the summer period.

Reporting to the Head of Competition & Partnerships, this role will support the preparation, transport and on-site delivery of event equipment, ensuring the successful execution of England Athletics championship events.

This is a hands-on opportunity that will play an important role in the operational delivery of national competitions, working as part of a small team to provide a high-quality event experience.

Requirements of the role will include

• Assist with the collection, loading and unloading of event equipment from Sheffield storage.

• Support the transportation of equipment to event locations, including Bedford and other UK venues.

• Support the setup and pack down of event infrastructure.

• Assist with general event-day operations to ensure smooth delivery.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and suppliers to deliver high-quality events.

The suitable candidate will be a reliable and enthusiastic individual with an interest in events, sport or operations. The candidate will be practical and proactive, with a flexible approach to working long days and weekends.

The successful applicant will ideally be based within travelling distance of Sheffield, with access to their own transport and the ability to travel independently to event locations. The role requires someone physically capable of lifting and handling equipment, with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

Previous experience in events or volunteering would be beneficial, as would a passion for sport and grassroots delivery.

This role offers valuable hands-on experience delivering national-level sporting events, with potential opportunities for further work, including possible extended cover from October for the right candidate.

You must be available for a selection of the following dates (maximum 13 days total):

• July: 22nd–27th

• August: 21st–24th

• September (provisional): 3rd–5th

Please note: Event dates are fixed and non-negotiable.

For further information and to apply for this exciting post, please visit our website: https://www.englandathletics.org/about-us/careers/

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th June 2026

Interview Date: TBC

England Athletics is committed to providing and supporting an inclusive culture that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are proud of the diverse community we represent and want to ensure our workforce is representative of that community so welcome applications from all sections of the community and diverse groups. We will, at every opportunity, advance equality, and inclusivity for all staff, at all levels within the organisation, by addressing barriers, encouraging participation, and taking all relevant steps to meet everyone’s needs.