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SalaryThis is a permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week). The working hours are largely Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm, but as a visitor business we do have to adapt to the programme of events and visitor demand, so some weekend, bank holiday and evening working is required. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: .uk
Interviews will be held on the 29th of January. What it's like to work here
Buscot and Coleshill are villages and countryside crisscrossed with trails. These two very English villages and their surrounding patchwork quilt of fields, woodland spinney, water meadow and parkland, are just perfect for relaxing and exploring. Perched on the West Oxfordshire border, these traditionally farmed estates spanning 7,000 acres, are crisscrossed by miles of circular walks and family trails for visitors to discover.
Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing Day to day, you’ll manage and be accountable for the operations on-site at The Heritage and Rural Skills Centre, and will be responsible for the welcome at 3 small car parks on the estate, White Horse Hill, Badbury & Buscot Weir. You'll be part of the Property Leadership team for the Portfolio, working closely with the Visitor Operations & Experience Manager (the Line Manager for this role).You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operation of The Heritage and Rural Skills Centre and you’ll line manage a small team of staff and volunteers to ensure that visitors receive the best experience possible. You'll have responsibility for everything from Health & Safety and compliance through to presentation, volunteer management and accountability for elements of the commercial performance of the property – amongst other things!
Please also read the full role profile and additional information attached to this advert. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you, if this sounds like you;
• Experienced in the practical elements of managing a small visitor operation. • Proactive and solutions focused, you understand the operational needs of a property. • Outstanding organisation and planning skills, and a good eye for detail. • Experience of working to multiple deadlines and managing own workload. • Excellent communication skills, enabling strong relationships, both externally and internally. • Problem solving skills, and ability to work on 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
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