Programming Assistant - Stockport

Exciting times are ahead at Lyme and we are looking for someone enthusiastic about engaging visitors to join the team as a Programming Assistant. As a Programming Assistant at Lyme, you will play a key part in the planning and delivery of our events and activities for families. If you enjoy working in a busy atmosphere, in a hands-on and creative role, this could be the job for you., Working alongside the Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you will develop and deliver engaging family events and activities for our summer family programme, Summer of Play. Ensuring events and activities run smoothly is key to providing our visitors with exceptional service and a memorable day out. You will be hands-on, ensuring all programming elements are delivered and maintained to a high standard. You'll help ensure strong communication across departments, such as Gardens, House, and Commercial, along with supervising volunteers. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what's possible in this role.

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 National Trust is committed to promoting and preserving those places of natural beauty and historic interest for which it has the privilege to be responsible for the benefit of the nation, for everyone for ever.
The Trust is proud of what has been achieved over the last 126 years and is determined to maintain those high standards of conservation, stewardship and curatorial care for which it has been recognised throughout the world. Its achievements have enabled the general public and the Trust's members and visitors to enjoy and appreciate the countryside, coastline, gardens, historic buildings and collections, all of which encapsulate so much of the history of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. There is a duty to tell that history in a complete, balanced and accurate way, and without judgement. The National Trust continues as a guardian of the past, and for the future, to uphold its duty to maintain and enhance what has been entrusted to its care.

Salary: 13.25 per hour Working Pattern: There are two roles available, both 30 hours per week, with occasional weekend and evening work required. Contract Duration: Fixed term until 13th September 2026 This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check., 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) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) 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