Programming Assistant x 3

Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our Experiences team this summer at Dunham Massey. You’ll assist families and children visiting for our Summer of Play over the school holidays, providing a fantastic welcome and helping them make the most of their day. For more information about the Summer of Play, please follow the link below. 

Summer of Play - Play, Everyday | National Trust

Salary: £11.64 per hour

Contract/duration: Fixed until 07/09/2024

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.

Interview dates: Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th June What it's like to work here Dunham Massey is a 3,000-acre estate with a deer park, house and garden at its centre. It was given to the National Trust in 1976 by Roger Grey, 10th Earl of Stamford. Roger’s father was friends with Octavia Hill – one of the founders of the National Trust. Dunham Massey is situated on the border of Greater Manchester and Cheshire and is one of the most visited places in the National Trust with over 800,000 visitors a year. 

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What you'll be doing You’ll join Experiences team and report to the Senior Programming & Partnerships Officer. As a team we lead and support the planning and delivery of events and activities at a busy property. 

You’ll be welcoming families and children to our Play Hub in the North Park, confidently answering queries and responding to visitors’ needs to ensure everyone can have a fantastic playful experience. Whatever the weather, you’ll be happy to be outdoors and help our visitors to make the most of their day.

Who we're looking for

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of people

• a team player, but can also work by yourself

• adaptable and have a flexible approach

• an understanding of the importance of great service

• keen to learn new things

• well organised and able to manage time well 

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

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