Events Team Leader in Barnsley

We are looking for an Events Team Leader at The Barnsley Metrodome! Become a Team Leader! Lead the fun, inspire your team, and help people feel good! At BPL we're all about helping people feel good—and as a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in bringing that to life at our flagship site The Barnsley Metrodome.

You'll start your leadership journey with us leading and assisting our catering teams in our new adventure play area Adventure Reef, our newly established food court and Rigby bar and restaurant. How exciting!

More about the role:

• As a Team Leader, you’ll be the friendly face that motivates and supports your team to deliver amazing experiences for every customer that walks through our doors.
• You’ll lead from the front—whether that’s greeting customers, coordinating team activities, hosting parties, serving food and drinks, or ensuring the play area is safe, clean, and full of energy.
• You’ll inspire your team by creating a positive, engaging environment and helping them grow in their roles.
• You’ll keep everyone in the loop, share new ideas, and support the development of our fantastic team members.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, fun environment and knows how to bring the best out in others.

Supervise and coordinate event staff before, during, and after events.

• Lead event set‑ups, layouts, equipment installation, and de‑rigs efficiently and safely.
• Allocate duties to staff and ensure all tasks are completed to agreed timelines.
• Act as the main point of contact on‑site for event operations.
• Ensure all event spaces are prepared according to client and operational requirements.
• Monitor staff performance, timekeeping, and conduct during events.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly during live events.
• Maintain communication with event managers, clients, and suppliers.
• Oversee the safe handling, transportation, and storage of event equipment.
• Complete post‑event checks and report any issues or damages.

Here’s what makes this role so amazing:

• We recognise and reward great leadership through our capability framework—your skills and impact will help shape your development path and unlock new opportunities.
• We are good for employees—we welcome your ideas, involve you in key decisions, and celebrate your success through our Feel Good Awards.
• Feel good perks – Enjoy free parking, 15% staff discount, and a Free Your Space membership across all BPL sites – including access to the Metrodome Waterpark!

If you're ready to lead, inspire and develop a team in a vibrant, fun‑filled environment – apply today.

Hours of Work: Average 37 hours per week. Shifts involve days, evenings, weekends and the occasional night shift for event set‑up and de‑rigs.

We’re proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where all our team members feel welcome, valued, respected, and supported. We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive – so if you do need any adjustments or support at any stage, just let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

Be part of something fun, friendly, and feel good – apply today and join the people behind the smile!