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 Visitor Experience Manager, you’ll work within a passionate and proactive team of staff and volunteers to deliver educational visits and seasonal programming at the Longshaw Estate in the Peak District.The Peak District portfolio plays a key role in delivering the National Trust’s nature-focused strategy, welcoming large and diverse numbers of visitors across a complex and dynamic landscape. Working closely with colleagues, partners and volunteers, you’ll help deliver activities to school groups and visitors, ensuring activities are safe, accessible and well-run. As a champion of exceptional visitor experiences, you'll join a high performing team to give visitors a truly memorable day out assisting with the delivery of events and activities as part of Moorland Discovery Centre. 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 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 Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 22nd February 2026 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. 171762IRC171762SheffieldFixed Term p/t (until 31/08/26)Ends: Feb 22nd 197.8 mi from Belfast, UKImportant noticeIn line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.You’ll assist in the delivery and development of a programme of activities and events. By doing so, you’ll help to create an enjoyable experience for everyone that visits and help them understand more about our place. This is a zero-hour contract, meaning we can’t guarantee a set number of hours each week. While we aim to provide a consistent work pattern, flexibility is needed as schedules may change based on business needs. We’ll try to give as much notice as possible. The role includes weekends and Bank Holidays but does not require evening or split shifts. You're likely to average 3 days per week.Salary: £12.75Contract/duration: Fixed term until Aug 31st 2026For 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.Longshaw Estate, Longshaw, Sheffield, S11 7TZCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour