Level 3 – Apprenticeship
Typical Duration
9 months
Working in an events company or events department in an organisation, helping event planners and project managers to organise and host events.
Event Assistants typically work within a team of people in an events company or within the events department of a larger organisation. The role would usually provides support to a number of Event Planners or Project Managers by carrying out a diverse range of tasks necessary to plan, organise and deliver an event: for example, searching for the right location and venue for the event; working with the design team on the look and feel of the event; or organising logistics like transportation and catering. The events organised may be for the company where the Event Assistant is working, or could be for a variety of different clients including large corporations, smaller companies and not- for-profit organisations.
Who is this apprenticeship suitable for?
If you are working as an event assistant or helping to organise events as part of your current role, then this apprenticeship is for you!
Job Titles Include
*This is not an exhaustive list
Events Assistant, Event Co-ordinator, Event Planner, Party Planner, Event Organiser
Learn How To
- Work effectively within a group environment to prepare for, deliver and/or follow up after an event takes place.
- Construct and manage an event budget
- Evaluate how the event suppliers combine to contribute to deliver an event.
- Familiarise yourself with how the event moves through its lifecycle from research and planning to delivery and evaluation.
- Adhere to regulation and policies that are relevant to your job role.
- Manage your time effectively by understanding how to prioritise tasks according to their importance and urgency for the stakeholders of an event.
- Respond to requests from the different functional teams and carry out a variety of daily and weekly tasks to assist in the planning and preparation of an event.
- Listen, interpret, understand, vocalise and respond to clients’ needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Entry Requirements
- Need to be employed
- Working in an AV Technician role with responsibilities
- UK Resident for the last 3 years
- English & Maths qualifications desirable
- Minimum Level 3 qualification required in IT, Engineering, Content Design or related subject
Delivery Model
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Learn to provide a broad range of professional solutions for communication including videoconferencing, hybrid in person/online events, sound, lighting, projection & computer networking by planning, installing, configuring and operating hardware & software!
Our flexible delivery model will support each learner to develop and enhance their current knowledge & skills to lead on a Continuous Improvement project.
At Blue Lion, you can expect to receive:-
- Tailored tutor led delivery
- Personalised 1-2-1 tutor support sessions
- Assessments to demonstrate knowledge
- Set tasks to apply skills & behaviours
- 10-12 weekly Tri-partite progress reviews with Manager & tutor
Functional Skills
All learners will complete an initial assessment in Maths & English as part of the enrolment process. For apprentices aged 19+, completing Functional Skills is no longer a mandatory requirement of the apprenticeship programme.
However, we offer an outstanding teaching and learning programme in Maths & English for anyone who wishes to develop their skills further, and our tutors are here to support you every step of the way.
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Off The Job Training (OTJ)
All apprentices are required to complete a set number of Off the Job Training (OTJ) hours over the duration of their apprenticeship. New government rules have made this so flexible , with the removal of a weekly requirement giving you the freedom to spread your OTJ hours in a way that works best for you and your employer.
At Blue Lion Training Academy, our market-leading OTJ programme is designed to be flexible, engaging, and impactful. Whether through projects, masterclasses, e-learning, or hands-on experiences, every activity helps you build the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to thrive in your role.
All OTJ is logged easily through our Bud platform, making it simple to track your progress and celebrate achievements along the way.
End Point Assessment
- Assessment method 1: Project
- Assessment method 2: Portfolio of Evidence
- Assessment method 3: Professional Discussion
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