London | £15 per hour | Temporary Event Roles (10–15 positions)
We are recruiting friendly, reliable and highly motivated Festival Crew to support a major public science exhibition taking place in central London from 30 June to 6 July 2026.
This flagship six day event welcomes thousands of visitors, including school groups, families and adults, and showcases cutting edge science and technology research from across the UK. It is a lively, interactive environment with exhibits, talks, panel discussions and film screenings, offering a unique opportunity for the public to engage directly with scientists.
About the role Festival Crew play a vital part in creating a welcoming, inclusive and well run visitor experience. You will be part of a supportive team, working across a range of front facing event roles.
Key responsibilities:
• Welcoming visitors and acting as a friendly, visible presence throughout the event
• Engaging with the public, responding to questions and offering guidance
• Supporting the smooth running of the exhibition and assisting exhibitors where needed
• Briefing visiting school groups and teachers
• Staffing the information desk
• Supporting event feedback through observation and data capture
Dates and availability Crew are needed across the following dates and times:
• Tuesday 30 June: 10am–4pm (schools) and 6pm–10pm (evening event)
• Wednesday 1 July: 10am–4pm
• Thursday 2 July: 10am–4pm
• Friday 3 July: 10am–4pm and 6pm–8pm (evening event)
• Saturday 5 July: 10am–6pm
• Sunday 6 July: 9.30am–6pm
You must be able to attend a mandatory paid training day on Thursday 11 June 2026, 10am–4.30pm, in London.
Working patterns are flexible. The more availability you have across the week, the better. Scheduled breaks, including lunch, will be provided in line with agreed shifts.
About you You will be:
• Friendly, proactive and confident in public facing environments
• A strong team player who is reliable and punctual
• Flexible, with a positive and practical approach
• Comfortable taking on a variety of tasks across a busy event
You will ideally have previous experience in customer service, events, festivals or other public facing roles.
A current DBS check is preferred. Candidates must be willing to undertake a basic DBS check if required, with the cost reimbursed.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.