Looking for your first step into the working world?
We’re Cotton Court, a creative business centre in a converted mill right in the heart of Preston. We support all kinds of businesses, new entrepreneurs to growing companies, and we host events for household names like Costa, McDonald’s and the NHS.
We’re on the lookout for a new Apprentice Reception & Events Support team member to join our small, friendly crew. This isn’t just a “sit behind a desk” kind of role, you’ll learn everything from setting up events and supporting clients, to helping run reception and even getting involved in our social media and marketing.
🔧 What You’ll Be Doing
Reception & Admin Duties
- Answering phones politely, taking messages, and directing calls
- Meeting and greeting visitors with a friendly and professional approach
- Organising the daily post and parcels (in and out)
- Keeping customer databases and booking systems up to date
- Sending out contracts and proposals
- Making sure reception stays tidy and stocked (leaflets, refreshments, etc.)
Events & Operations Support
- Assisting the events team with all types of events, from small meetings to large conferences.
- Setting up and clearing down rooms (tables, chairs, refreshments, tech)
- Helping with visitor management
- Supporting the client during the events
- Supporting the team with admin and logistics like bookings, catering, and branded materials
- Helping take photos, short videos, and behind-the-scenes content for our social media
✅ What We’re Looking For
You don’t need experience, we’ll train you. But we’d love it if you’re:
- Friendly, polite, and happy to help out.
- Willing to get stuck in and keep busy.
- Reliable, punctual, and open to learning new things.
- Comfortable using IT and picking up new systems
- Someone who takes pride in doing a job well, down to the small things.
- A good team player who can also use their initiative
- Ideally have Grade 4/C or above in English & Maths
🌟 Why Cotton Court?
- You’ll get real work experience.
- You’ll learn loads; admin, customer service, events and marketing all in one role.
- You’ll work in a space which is home to some of Preston’s most exciting businesses and events.
- You’ll be part of a supportive team that helps you build skills and confidence
In a small business like ours, you’ll learn loads because you’ll see how every part of the business works. By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have real-world knowledge in marketing, finance, customer service, logistics and more, the kind of experience that sets you apart.
📩 Interested?
Drop us a message or send your CV to amy@cottoncourt.co.uk
Closing date: 31st May 2025
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This role is part of a formal apprenticeship programme and includes both workplace and off-the-job training.