Run For All has changed a lot since it first began in 2006. What was first organised by the Tomlinson family, friends and volunteers has now grown into one of the UK's biggest not-for profit events company.
Whilst the size and number of events has grown the ethos behind Run For All is very much remains the same. We want to ensure our events are truly accessible for all and provide a fundraising vehicle for as many charities as possible.
We now have a dedicated team who work tirelessly to deliver top class quality events ensuring community is at the heart.
We are always on the lookout for other enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our Leeds based team.
Any current vacancies will be posted below. But should you wish to be considered for a role within our team please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to info@runforall.com
Current Vacancies
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Location: Leeds
Fixed Term (1 Year): 37.5hrs per week
Salary: £25,500An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All as an Events Coordinator in the course department of the company. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who wants to support the delivery of events that are accessible to all and provide a fundraising vehicle to many.
About the role
- Review event requirements for the season and support contractor and supplier procurement
- Develop detailed plans for route facilities including drink stations, cleansing and waste management, spectator and entertainment areas
- Manage marshal, security, drink station, lead cyclists/lead motorbikes, 4x4 and staffing requirements for the course departments
- Support with road closure documentation and TTRO applications across all events
- Manage consultations with key stakeholders, businesses, churches and key contacts across the routes
- Support the Event Manager (Course) with maintaining department budgets, with the creation of purchase orders and cost projections
- Work cohesively with other departments internally to deliver the Run For All portfolio of events
- Support on the logistics for the event through the creation and management of the event schedules, van lists and key event information
- Create and review key event documentation paying attention to detail on the event actual and target levels and how they may impact event plans
- Review event performance and proactively mitigate any challenges for future events (lessons learnt)
- Support with drink station logistics and development of traffic management plans
- Support the Event Manager (course) with third party contractors and supplier relationships and the efficient delivery of key Health & Safety documentation
- Ensure a collaborative approach with information shared and readily accessible across all Run For All departments
About you
- Excellent organisational skills to enable the effective delivery of multiple activities to support the overall team objectives
- Strong attention to detail, with a specific focus on the quality of performance
- Understand the requirements of the organisation and the events to ensure that all events are delivered safely
- Ability to think creatively to offer solutions to challenges both operationally and financially
- Be a self-motivator; able to work on your own initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure to deliver large mass participation events
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and external suppliers/partners, collaborate and co-operate with other team members to get the job done, valuing their input and knowledge and building trust and respect
- Excellent communication skills and proficient in a range of IT packages, including Microsoft Office 365, Word, Power Point and Excel
- Strong understanding of Run For All and the Jane Tomlinson Appeal
- A desire for both in office working and out of office working as the role involves travelling the country to visit and reccy the routes on a regular basis and days packing/unpacking of vans for each event
- Be flexible to meet the demands of the business, as the role naturally involves out of hours and weekend working
About us
Jane Tomlinson’s Run for All is one of the UK’s biggest not-for-profit sporting event companies, staging a vast number of high-profile mass participation events across the UK including the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, Yorkshire Marathon, Leeds, York & Sheffield 10Ks, Leeds Half Marathon and Sheffield Half Marathon and numerous other events across the country, providing a fundraising vehicle for a huge number of local and national charities.
As a company we believe in inspiring activity both with our staff and our participants and view sport as a force for good. Our ‘For All’ ethos is the heart of our events, and we want to ensure that diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are central to our company and is reflected within the events we host.
To Apply - Please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to David.Jatau@runforall.com no later than the 24th July 2026.
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Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All is recruiting individuals to join our Event Support Team to work Event Weekends on a freelance basis to support the smooth delivery of mass participation running events across the UK
Run For All is one of the UK’s biggest not-for-profit sporting event companies, staging a large number of high-profile mass participation events including the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, York 10K, Leeds 10K, Sheffield Half Marathon and The Yorkshire Marathon in the North of England to Leicester 10K, Nottingham 10K, Coventry Half Marathon and Derby Half Marathon in the Midlands. Your role on the Event Support Team will directly contribute to Run For All’s purpose, which is to provide a fundraising vehicle for a vast amount of local and national charities through its events programme. With events being hosted across the UK, have a look at our event calendar to see what would work for you.
With charity at the core of what we do, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, delivering opportunities for participants to reach their fundraising or personal fitness goals. Driving community engagement so it remains at the heart of what we do and striving to provide an event experience that is memorable for all those participating and supporting Run For All events. The ability to manage time and workloads efficiently with strong communication skills and the ability to think outside of the box.
What will you be doing?
- Assisting the execution of the Run For All events on Event Day
- Liasing and Communicating with other team members in a clear and timely manner to promote strong team work
- Supporting the Manager in your area and being their first point of call when needed
- Reviewing Key Event documentation ahead of the weekend to have a clear and confident understandings of the role expected on the day
- Managing and supporting a team of volunteers to provide them with a positive and memorable event experience
- Remaining professional throughout the day and promoting Run For All’s philosophy of high-quality, great fun events for absolutely all abilities.
What Roles will you be doing?
We have a wide range of event day roles which we rely on the EST to fulfill. These are split down into three key areas: Event Control, Venue and Course. For each area we have staple roles needed across all events as well as specific roles only required at specific events. Please note that Venue and Course roles are considered to be physically demanding.
Event Control
- Event Controller
- Event Control Logger
Venue
- Event Village Manager
- Start/Finish Manager
- Baggage Manager
- Finish Processing Manager
- Assembly Support
Course
- Course Coordinator
- Drink Station Manager
- Drink Station Coordinator
- Senior Marshal
- Course Support
Benefits
- A competitive salary
- Mileage and Expenses covered
- A full event brief pre-event
- Evening Meal and Accommodation on the Saturday. Please note this is a RFA’s discretion and based on travel time to site
- Staff Kit for staff working multiple events throughout the season
- Socials put on throughout the year
Applicants must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle as the role can demand travel across the UK.
For more information please see our Event Support Team Handbook HERE
To apply for this role please send your CV to eventsteam@runforall.com
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Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All is looking for enthusiastic and supportive individuals to join our Eventeers Team and volunteer at our events to support the smooth delivery of mass participation running events across the UK and keep all participants motivated, supported and safe.
Run For All is one of the UK’s biggest not-for-profit sporting event companies, staging a large number of high-profile mass participation events including the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, York 10K, Leeds 10K, Sheffield Half Marathon and The Yorkshire Marathon in the North of England to Leicester 10K, Nottingham 10K, Coventry Half Marathon and Derby Half Marathon in the Midlands. Through your support you are not only allowing our events to take place but your continued support helps these events to grow, allowing more people to participate and raising more money for charities on both a local and national scale. Your support as a volunteer directly contributes to Run For All’s purpose, which is to provide a fundraising vehicle for a vast amount of local and national charities through its events programme. With events being hosted across the UK, have a look at our event calendar to see what would work for you.
With charity at the core of what we do, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, delivering opportunities for participants to reach their fundraising or personal fitness goals.
What will you be doing?
- Route Marshal - The route marshal is a fantastic way to see the event and help create an electric atmosphere around the route, from lead runner to backmarker!
- Drink Station Marshal - Eventeers will be ready for the first runner and the last with that all-important drink of water whilst also shouting words of motivation and support.
- Baggage Marshal - Our Baggage Eventeers will greet participants both pre and post event as they drop off and collect their belongings at the Baggage Store.
- Finish Processing Marshal - Eventeers will be ready with that all-important medal, goody-bag and water to hand to every participant as they finish their race with a well-deserved congratulations. Eventeers here will also help channel participants into the ‘T-Shirt Collection’ and ‘No T-Shirt Collection’ based on their bib so is a great role to be vocal with!
- Race Office Marshal - Participants will come here to collect their Race Numbers pre-event where our Eventeers will be on hand to assist and give them a warm welcome and calm the pre-race nerves. This is a customer facing role so our Eventeers need to be friendly, approachable and chatty!
Benefits
- A free entry into any Run For All event (excluding marathons)
- A great goody-bag with a drink and snack included on the day
- Automatic entry into our end of year volunteer raffle for the chance to win some amazing prizes!
- Being part of a community event where you will meet like-minded individuals
To see a full list of our events and to sign up please visit on website HERE
For any further information please contact eventeers@runforall.com