Pay
£15.21 per hour (£13.57 + £1.64 holiday pay)
Location
Bristol Beacon
Available Roles
Accreditation Team
Shift Info
07:00 – 13:00
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We are currently fully staffed for this event. However, should you like to be considered should any spaces arise, you can join our waiting list.
Please note:
- Spaces may become available closer to the event, and we will be in touch if we can proceed with your application
- Joining the waiting list does not guarantee a space in the team, but it gives you priority if additional opportunities arise
Location: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Date: Thursday 5th February 2026
Shift: 07:00 – 13:00
Rate of pay: £15.21 per hour (£13.57 + £1.64 holiday pay)
About the Event
Festival Congress is the flagship annual conference delivered by the Association of Independent Festivals (AIF), bringing together around 400 independent festival organisers, operators, and industry partners from across the UK.
Festival Congress is a full-day B2B gathering featuring keynote talks, lightning sessions, workshops, fireside chats, and an evening networking event. It’s a space for ideas, collaboration, and honest conversations about the future of festivals.
Hosted at Bristol Beacon, this is a high-profile, professionally delivered event with a strong focus on community, learning, and connection.
About the Role
As part of the Accreditation Team, you’ll play a key role in the smooth start of the day, supporting delegate arrivals and setting the tone for the event.
This is an early-morning, front-facing role focused on organisation, accuracy, and great people skills – helping ensure delegates are welcomed efficiently and confidently as Festival Congress gets underway.
Members of the team will also gain free access to the event after their shift finishes.
Roles and Responsibilities
As an Accreditation Assistant, your duties may include:
- Supporting event accreditation setup and breakdown
- Checking in delegates and issuing badges or passes
- Providing clear, friendly directions and event information
- Managing queues and peak arrival periods calmly and professionally
- Liaising with Supervisors, event organisers, and venue staff
- Helping create a welcoming, well-organised arrival experience
Skills and Experience
- Previous event, front-of-house, or customer-facing experience preferred
- Confident, approachable, and professional
- Strong communication and attention to detail
- Calm under pressure during busy arrival periods
- Reliable, proactive, and a good team player
Candidate Requirements
- Must have the right to work in the UK
- Able to provide at least two employment references
Why Work with Ethical Staffing
Work behind the scenes at one of the UK festival industry’s most important gatherings. You’ll gain experience on a high-quality, conference while working with a Living Wage employer that puts people, values, and positive event experiences first.
Steps to Apply
- Existing staff: Please login and apply via your profile
- New staff: Please register on our staffing portal and create a profile to submit an application
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