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 our Experience & Visitor Programming Manager, you’ll work with a team of passionate and creative staff and volunteers at Quarry Bank.This former cotton mill was built in 1784 and is one of Britain’s greatest industrial heritage sites. The busy estate hosts many schools’ programmes and events, which help bring Quarry Bank’s fascinating story to life. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an inspiring location and the team pride themselves on being dynamic, highly motivated and passionate people.Working to deliver our Christmas events, you will ensure our visitors have a great visitor experience and make festive family memories. You will be predominantly supporting our outdoor, evening lights event - Enchanted Winter Walk.Working with the team you'll create and deliver events and activities that bring our place to life for our visitors all year round. 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 is 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 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: 26 October 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.For some of our roles at some locations, 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 an insight into the role. For these roles and locations you’ll only need to complete an assessment for a particular role type once in any six month period.For other roles apply using a C.V. / cover letter or complete the online application form. Shortlisting is carried out objectively by assessing the information you provide against the requirements of the job as set out in the vacancy details on our website. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted and invited to attend an interview.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 or interview 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 we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities StatementThe 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 StatementThe 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.166220IRC166220WilmslowFixed Term p/t (84 hrs py to 04/01/26)Ends: Oct 26th You’ll assist in the delivery of our Christmas events and help create an enjoyable experience for everyone that visits. This role will predominately support our Enchanted Winter Walk which is an outdoor, evening event.Salary: £12.75 per hourDuration: Fixed Term Contract until 4th January 2026Hours: 84 hours worked across the 7 week contract. 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.Average of 12 hours a week but this will vary depending on business need. This will usually be 2 days a week, out of Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Evenings, weekends and bank holidays are required to support our Christmas events.Interview Date: Monday 3rd NovemberStart Date: w/c Monday 17th NovemberFor 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.Quarry Bank Mill, Styal, Wilmslow, SK9 4LACompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour