Spalding Business Improvement District (BID)
Events Co-ordinator
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Events Co-ordinator: Help Bring Spalding’s Town Centre to Life
Salary: £21,500 per annum (pro-rata of £30,000 per annum)
Hours: 25 hours per week
Working pattern: Days and times will be agreed but there is an expectation for some flexibility on both sides. General working week will be hours agreed between Monday to Friday but there will be some occasional requirement for weekend or evening hours.
Contract: to August 2029
Funding for this role is supported by Spalding Town Board, Pride in Place
Overview
About Spalding BID
Spalding BID (Business Improvement District) is at the heart of making Spalding a more vibrant, welcoming and successful town centre. We work with businesses, partners and the wider community to deliver projects, events and place-making activity that attract visitors, support local trade and create pride in the town.
Role purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver events and activities that people will engage, enjoy and remember. Working as part of a small, ambitious and supportive team, the Events Co-ordinator will help turn ideas into well-run, engaging activities that bring footfall, energy and community spirit into Spalding Town Centre. From planning and supplier liaison to on-the-day delivery, this role is perfect for someone who enjoys making things happen, building strong relationships and seeing the direct impact of their work locally.
What you will be doing
- Plan, coordinate and support the delivery of a lively programme of BID events and town centre activities.
- Keep projects moving by managing timelines, schedules and delivery plans from initial ideas through to successful completion.
- Work closely with contractors, suppliers and partners to ensure activity is delivered safely, professionally and to a high standard.
- Be the single point of contact and completion of Safety Advisory Group plans for each relevant event.
- Support on-site event delivery, including set-up, coordination during events and breakdown where required.
- Build positive relationships with local businesses, community groups, partners and stakeholders.
- Keep everyone informed through clear, proactive communication about plans, progress and event details.
- Act as a friendly and reliable point of contact for event and activity-related enquiries.
- Maintain accurate documentation, contracts, records and delivery information.
- Support budget tracking by obtaining quotes, monitoring agreed costs and helping ensure good value for BID activity.
- Provide regular updates and practical support to the Spalding BID Manager.
- Bring fresh ideas to enhance events, place-making, marketing and promotional activity.
- Support content creation, local engagement and promotional activity where relevant.
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About You
Essential skills and qualities
- A confident communicator who enjoys working with people and building relationships.
- Experience in use of a range of Microsoft applications
- Awareness of Spalding and District geography and demographics
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to juggle several priorities at once.
- Creative, practical and proactive, with a can-do approach to making events happen.
- Resilient and solution-focused, able to respond calmly when plans change or challenges arise.
- Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a small team.
- Confident liaising with contractors, suppliers, businesses and stakeholders at different levels.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
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Desirable experience
- Experience in event planning, event support, community projects or public-facing activity.
- An understanding of health and safety considerations for events or public-realm activity.
- Experience of working with a BID, local authority, not-for-profit organisation or partnership-based environment.
Personal Qualities
- Reliable, proactive, resilient and adaptable.
- Approachable and collaborative, with a positive attitude.
- A natural problem-solver who is willing to learn and get stuck in.
- Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential information.
- Passionate about helping Spalding feel welcoming, active and full of opportunity.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (maximum two sides of A4) explaining why you are excited about the role along with what skills, experience and qualities you would bring to Spalding BID. Applications should be emailed directly to manager@spaldingbid.co.uk.
Closing date for applications: 5pm on 9 October 2026
To find out more about Spalding BID please visit our website
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For more information or an informal chat about this opportunity, please email Sarah Fletcher, Manager, manager@spaldingbid.co.uk or telephone 07435 057439.
Funding for this role is being supported by Pride in Place
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