Once Upon a Time…
There Was a Garden Party
Every fairytale needs its heroes.
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This year, Newnham Garden Party transforms into a storybook world of magic, music, and mischief — but no kingdom runs itself. Behind every enchanted forest and glittering celebration is a team making the magic real.
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Applications to join the Newnham Garden Party team open 26 February and close Sunday 30 March at 11:59pm.
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We may open additional rounds of applications if more roles become available, so keep an eye on this page for updates.
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If you want to step behind the curtain and become part of the story, this is your moment.
Managerial Roles:
Team Leader
£16/hour.
In this role, you will take charge of a small group of workers to ensure that they understand their duties throughout the afternoon and provide support if needed. You will also be responsible for welfare and shift rotations for your assigned group. This role is best suited to those with strong leadership skills. Teams include, general workers, catering assistants, entertainment assistants, and set-up/clear-up crew. Previous experience in managerial roles preferred, but not required.
Area Manager
£16/hour.
In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating between multiple teams and ensuring that things are running smoothly. You will be responsible for liaising with the team leaders from multiple areas to ensure that everything runs smoothly. You will also work with entertainment contractors, food/drink vendors, and others to ensure an enjoyable afternoon. Areas include Food/Drink, Entertainment, Set-up/Clear-up. Prior managerial experience strongly preferred.
Roaming Area Manager
£16/hour.
In this role, you are the contact point person between the committee and the other workers. Your responsibilities include managing the Area Managers and Team Leaders as well as trouble shooting. You will work directly with the committee as well to ensure a smooth afternoon and address any concerns or issue which may arise. Prior managerial experience required.
General Roles:
General Worker:
£13.50/hour.
Best suited to adaptive and dedicated individuals who are willing to fill multiple roles throughout the afternoon. This role requires the ability to easily move from one task to another. These may include but are not limited to: helping with sign-in/security, directing guests, fire safety stewarding, and filling in roles throughout the garden as needed.
Catering Assistant:
£13.50/hour.
Best suited to those with some food service experience or a friendly can-do attitude. This role requires you to work with our caterers to ensure that canapes and nibbles are available throughout the garden, while glasses and crockery are cleared away. May need to work with vender food/drink trucks as well as bar managers. Must be able to lift and move items up to 17kg with ease and stand and walk for the majority of the event.
Entertainment Assistant:
£13.50/hour.
Best suited to responsible and time-conscious individuals. In this role, you will work directly with our musicians and entertainers to ensure an afternoon of fun and frivolity. Duties may include: guiding performers to and from the stage, assisting with moving equipment to and from the stage, and making sure the entertainment stays on schedule. Must be able to lift 30kg and stand/walk for the majority of the afternoon. Those with relevant experience preferred.
Set-up/Clear-up Worker:
£13.50/hour.
Best suited to those who enjoy working in a group environment. In this role, you will work with the logistics officers of the Committee to ensure that the garden is set-up before the party and cleared up afterwards. This role does not require you to be present for the entire event, but you must arrive promptly for set-up and clear-up. Must be able to lift and carry 30kg safely.
