Spectator Safety Steward

About Us
Carlisle Events is a leading supplier of staffing solutions; and have been providing Stewarding, Security and Event Operations to some of the UK's premier entertainment and sporting venues for more than twenty years. As part of our Events team you will play a key part in enhancing the customer experience for event days at our client’s prestigious venue. Our event staff work hard providing a visible reminder that safety is our number one priority for visitors and staff, all whilst maintaining extremely high levels of customer service.

We are seeking well‑presented, articulate and reliable personnel to work at a variety of events held at football and rugby stadia across the Northwest, home to some of the most iconic names in English football, rugby and a variety of one‑off events such as music concerts – including Manchester United’s Old Trafford! You will be working for our clients at their world‑class venues in the North.

As an Event Steward, your main role will be to ensure the safety and security of everyone attending events at the stadium. This could include, but is not limited to:

• Scanning tickets
• Directing spectators
• Monitoring crowds
• Managing queues

At some of our client’s venues, such as Leeds United’s Elland Road, Huddersfield Town’s Accu Stadium, Burnley FC’s Turf Moor and Manchester United’s Old Trafford, we also offer opportunities in specialist roles such as VIP Hospitality and Players’ Areas.

We have excellent progression routes available, including Supervisory level roles, and similar roles at some of our other event venues. If you are willing to travel (funded) you may also work at iconic events across the UK, including Aintree’s Grand National, concerts at M&S Bank Arena, Cheltenham Racecourse, Ascot Racecourse, Tottenham Hotspur and at stations across the Trans Pennine Express network for events taking place.

We are looking for candidates who can commit to working a minimum of 75% of events held at one of our client venues, or, work across multiple sites.

• Flexibility and reliability are essential
• You must be at least 18 years old
• Willingness to attend First Aid, Spectator Safety and Induction sessions listed above
• Excellent communication skills and an aptitude for working with the public
• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner
• Previous experience in security/stewarding or customer care would be advantageous

If successful for this role, you must be available to attend an induction and training session on both 11th & 12th August 2026 in Manchester city centre.

• Competitive remuneration – we pay real living wage rates as a recognised service provider under the Living Wage Foundation.
• Clear career pathways – we encourage personal development and offer cross‑contract progression opportunities and apprenticeships. In 2024, 58% of newly created salaried roles were filled by internal candidates.
• Reward & recognition – we host awards ceremonies and put people forward for industry awards to recognise outstanding work.