Facilities Assistant

Summary

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

The Hours: This role is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week. 

The Salary: £20,475 per annum.

Duration: This is a permanent role.

Interviews will be held on the 30th and 31st of January. 

What it's like to work here

This internationally renowned garden is an awe-inspiring place to be. The stunning 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 and the staff are looking for flexible, creative people to join them.

Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing

As the Facilities Assistant, you'll assist with the day to day cleanliness and presentation the National Trust’s buildings and outdoor spaces. You’ll turn your practical hand to all sorts of cleaning and minor maintenance ensuring all our facilities are kept in good working order. You'll also be asked to help with some manual work such as unloading deliveries.

Duties such as cleaning, sweeping and litter picking will form a core part of the role, both inside and outdoors. You’ll ensure the highest standards of customer service across the area by always implementing a ‘customer comes first’ attitude. General maintenance work and helping within other teams will also form part of your role.

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 i.e. 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 locations

• Independent financial advice

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.