Event Support (Team Assistant)

Office Angels • Kensington, London Dates: 19th–29th March 2026 Pay Rate: £13.85 per hour

Job Summary

Office Angels is seeking energetic and proactive Team Assistants to support a major sporting event in Kensington. Following the success of last year’s event, this 9-day temporary engagement offers an opportunity to work within a high-energy environment alongside a key hydration sponsor. You will be instrumental in ensuring the event runs smoothly by supporting athletes, managing spectator flow, and assisting in various event zones. This is a fast-paced role perfect for individuals who thrive on teamwork and want to be at the heart of a major London sporting spectacle.

Key Responsibilities

Athlete Registration: Manage check-in processes, issue timing chips and bibs, and handle post-race chip recovery.
Athlete Support: Facilitate the Warm-Up and Recovery zones, distribute water, and manage the athlete bag drop area.
Spectator & Event Management: Oversee merchandise sales, assist at the coffee partner area, manage queues, and provide general event information to the public.
Operational Flow: Actively move between stations to ensure spectator and athlete traffic remains on schedule throughout the day.

Required Skills & Experience

Customer Service: Previous experience in a customer-facing role is essential.
Energy & Proactivity: Ability to maintain high energy levels in a fast-paced, active environment.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage confidently with athletes, spectators, and fellow staff.
Professionalism: Well-presented, reliable, and capable of representing the Office Angels brand with enthusiasm.
Flexibility: Willingness to work varied shifts between 06:00 and 23:00 over the 9-day period.

Essential Details

Uniform: An event T-shirt will be provided. You are required to wear dark/black unbranded trousers/bottoms and trainers. Please bring a warm layer, as some stations may be outdoors.
Food & Drink: Snacks and water are provided; please bring your own main meals.
Logistics: Parking is not provided at the Kensington venue.

Industry Context: The “Experience Economy”

Sporting events in London are a major driver of the “Experience Economy.” Events of this scale rely heavily on temporary staff (often referred to as “Event Ambassadors” or “Team Assistants”) to deliver the “human touch” that digital systems cannot replicate.

[Image: The lifecycle of a large-scale sporting event, from registration to recovery]

For temporary workers, this provides a “high-velocity” work experience that builds versatility. Employers in the recruitment sector look for candidates who can demonstrate situational adaptability—the ability to switch from handling merchandise sales at 10:00 AM to managing a high-pressure athlete warm-up zone at 2:00 PM.

Career Impact

Working as a temporary event assistant is an excellent way to:

Build a Professional Network: Working directly with event managers and brand sponsors.
Enhance Soft Skills: Developing conflict resolution, time management, and public-facing communication skills in a live setting.
Demonstrate Reliability: Proving your ability to commit to a multi-day schedule, which is highly valued for future permanent roles.

Interview & Application Insights

Energy Pitch: When applying, highlight a time you worked in a fast-paced environment and successfully managed a high volume of people.
Reliability Focus: Ensure you clearly communicate your availability for the specific dates (19th–29th March). The agency prioritizes candidates who provide a firm commitment.
Team-First Attitude: Emphasize your willingness to rotate between stations (e.g., from merch sales to water distribution). Teams at these events rely on staff who don’t have a “that’s not my job” mentality.

Compliance & Equal Opportunity

Office Angels is an equal-opportunities employer committed to inclusivity. They welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support for any reasonable adjustments required during the application process.

This summary table details the logistical requirements and operational roles for the temporary Event Support positions managed by Office Angels in Kensington.

Core Role Summary: Team Assistant (Temporary)

Category	Details & Specifications
Recruitment Agency	Office Angels
Location	Kensington, London
Dates	19th–29th March 2026 (9 days total)
Pay Rate	£13.85 per hour
Shift Hours	Various shifts between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM
Requirements	High energy, customer service experience, proactive attitude
Uniform	Event t-shirt (provided), black bottoms, and trainers

Core Operational Stations

The role involves rotating through various high-energy stations to ensure the smooth operation of the event:

Athlete Registration: Managing check-ins, distributing race materials (bibs, timing chips), and handling spectator queue management.
Athlete Support: Facilitating the Warm-Up Zone, managing water distribution stations, organizing the bag drop, and assisting in recovery areas.
Event World: Supporting retail operations in merchandise zones and assisting with service in the sponsor-partner coffee area (training provided).

Key Logistics & Expectations

Active Environment: This is a physically active role requiring constant movement, queue management, and the ability to maintain high energy throughout long shifts.
Flexibility: Success depends on your ability to work varied shifts within the 6 am–11 pm window.
Facilities: Snacks and water are provided by the organizers; however, you must provide your own lunch/dinner. Parking is not provided, so public transport is recommended.

Application & Commitment

Office Angels emphasizes an inclusive workplace culture. They are looking for reliable individuals to represent the brand as part of a recurring partnership with a major sporting event organization.

Equal Opportunities: As an employment business, they maintain a commitment to diversity and accessibility. If you require reasonable adjustments for the physical demands of the role, they invite you to notify them during the application process.
Process: Your application will be processed directly through Office Angels, subject to their candidate privacy policy.

To apply for this job please visit www.office-angels.com.