Student Role - Events Assistant in Ipswich

• One Sixth Form College, Ipswich
• 3 hours per week - Fixed Term Contract
• Salary: £11.00 per hour

ONLY CURRENT EEG STUDENTS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY - Hours will be arranged around your academic timetable.

Are you interested in events, marketing and student engagement and looking to gain valuable workplace experience alongside your studies? We are seeking a Student Events Assistant to support the delivery and promotion of activities that enhance the student experience at One Sixth Form College. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your communication, organisation, marketing and event management skills while working within a professional educational environment.

In this varied role, you will work alongside the Group Head of School and Marketing Team to support the planning, promotion and delivery of college events and activities. You will assist with event administration, help create promotional content, support social media and marketing campaigns, prepare event materials and resources, and provide practical support at open evenings, student events, enrichment activities and recruitment events. You may also have the opportunity to attend off-site events, with reasonable travel expenses reimbursed in line with College procedures.

The ideal candidate will be a current EEG student with a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and an interest in marketing, events, communications or customer engagement. You will be organised, reliable and enthusiastic, with the confidence to work with a wide range of students, staff and visitors. This role will provide valuable experience that will help develop your employability skills and strengthen future university, apprenticeship or career applications.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible hours tailored around your academic commitments.
• Gain practical experience in events, marketing and student engagement.
• Develop valuable employability and professional skills.
• Build confidence working with a range of stakeholders.
• Enhance your CV while earning alongside your studies.
• Work in a supportive and professional college environment.

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

At Eastern Education Group, we believe sustainability is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a more sustainable future while reducing our environmental impact and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk

Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal.If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing Date: 08:00 on Friday 13th November 2026

Interviews: To be held on Monday 23rd November 2026

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.