We'd love to hear from you if you have:good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of peoplea team player, but can also work by yourselfadaptable and have a flexible approachan understanding of the importance of great servicekeen to learn new thingswell organised and able to manage time well Programming AssistantReporting to the Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you'll work within an immediate team of four at Ormesby Hall and also with other departments, such as the collections & house and outdoors team. This role is based at the property so there is no remote working possible.Working with the team, you'll create and deliver events and activities that bring our place to life for our visitors all year round. You'll be responsible in the setting up and packing down of activities, including the Easter trail and summer of play equipment. You'll also support in the planning and decorating of Ormesby Hall at Halloween and Christmas and deliver activities during the school holidays and support with the bigger weekend events, such as Love Local.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’ll deliver high standards of presentation on site and ensure all our communications with our visitors around the property are clear and consistent. 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.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 salaryFree entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)Rental deposit loan schemeSeason ticket loanEV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discountsHoliday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.Flexible working whenever possibleEmployee assistance programmeFree parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 22 February 2026 Important noticeIn line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from National Trust employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 171919IRC171919MiddlesbroughFixed Term p/t (1100 hrs py to 31/12/26)Ends: Feb 22nd 140.1 mi from Sutton ColdfieldWe have an exciting opportunity to join the visitor experience team at Ormesby Hall as an Events Assistant (known as Programming Assistant in the National Trust). You'll assist in the delivery and development of a programme of activities and events, such as Easter, Halloween and Christmas.Salary: £12.75 per hourDuration: Fixed term contract from March until 31st December 2026Hours/working pattern: 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 equal instalments over the contract.You'll work up to 5 days a week during school holidays. Where 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 business needs. This role involves weekend and some evening work. Interview date: Thursday 5th MarchFor this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.Ormesby Hall, Ormesby, Middlesbrough, TS7 9ASCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour