Car Park Assistant

Summary

Working within a bustling atmosphere as part of passionate team this role as a Car Park Assistant plays a core part in providing fantastic customer service.

This role is an hourly paid, fixed term role. Wherever possible we aim to offer a consistent working pattern, but we’re looking for flexibility as it may be necessary for us to alter this pattern from time to time to suit the needs of the business. We’d give you as much notice of this as possible. You'll work weekends and bank holidays on a staff 3 week rolling rota. Additional hours may be required. 

The salary advertised is our anticipated salary from 1st April but is subject to final confirmation following the Trust’s annual pay review process. 

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 1st April.

What it's like to work here

This internationally renowned garden is an awe-inspiring place to be. The spectacular formal gardens include a rose, herb and kitchen garden which grows delicious produce for the restaurant and coffee shop. A strong team spirit and collaborative working environment is key to the success of Sissinghurst Castle Garden and the team are looking for flexible people to join them.

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What you'll be doing

You’ll be working outside, meeting and greeting our visitors, providing help and guidance on where to park and may be required to sell parking tickets. You'll help to keep the Car Park and surrounding area in good order, and provide a courteous and informative service to our visitors.

You’ll also be responsible for answering queries and making sure visitors can find everything they need for their visit. When interacting with our customers, you’ll inform them of the amazing work we are doing and what their money is funding, promoting local projects or promoting our cause.

As this is an outdoors role, you'll need to be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.

Who we're looking for

You’ll be:

• helpful & Friendly

• customer focused with a positive attitude

• enthusiastic with a willingness to learn

• a team player, but also can work on your own initiative

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax-free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

• Independent financial advice

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