Programming Assistant - Wilmslow

We're looking for a Programming Assistant at Quarry Bank Mill! In this role, you'll assist in the delivery of a programme of activities for a wide range of visitors, including schools and families. You will deliver outdoor learning workshops such as Map Reading and River Studies, as well as seasonal events such as Easter, Summer of Play and Christmas. In doing so, you'll help to create an enjoyable experience for everyone that visits, encourage them to build a connection to Quarry Bank, and help them understand more about our heritage, conservation and nature.

Working alongside the rest of the team, you'll deliver events and activities that bring Quarry Bank to life for our visitors all year round. Working directly with volunteers and staff across departments, you will demonstrate your ability to work collaboratively as part of a large and varied property team. Understanding how and why we engage our supporters is key. You'll help link everything we do back to our cause and the on-going work we do. You will be delivering outdoor learning sessions to school groups, so a passion for nature and the outdoors is important. Full training in provided, but experience working with children would be beneficial. You'll use your passion for people to provide excellent customer service, maintaining a high standard of presentation and creating a welcoming and positive experience for our visitors. 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. 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 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: 15,502.50 pro rata ( 13.25 per hour) Duration: Permanent Working Hours: 1170 hours per year. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. Working Pattern: You will work approximately 3 days per week on a rota basis. Core working days are Monday, Thursday, and Friday, plus every 4th weekend. Additional weekend shifts will be required during school holidays and peak periods, along with occasional evening work for events. Interview Date: Friday 26th June 2026 This role requires regular weekend working and some evening work for events., 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