Summary
We’re looking for a Gardens & Maintenance Assistant to work at our cottage in Dunwich village and at Dunwich Heath for 3 hours per week. Some maintenance work is expected in addition and will be paid as overtime.
Because the locations are rural, please think about how you’d be able to get here for work, before you apply for this job.
Salary: £13.25 per hour - The advertised salary for this role will be in effect from 1st April.
Internally you'll be known as a Outdoors Holidays Operation Assistant.
For 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.
What it's like to work here
To find out more about what it’s like to work within “Holidays” at the National Trust,
What you'll be doing
You’ll help to keep the cottage and gardens well-maintained and welcoming for all guests. This includes practical tasks such as basic maintenance, reporting any repairs needed and generally being a friendly contact for everyone staying here. You'll also oversee the upkeep of the gardens including cutting the grass, pruning and weeding etc., with all tools provided.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all 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’re:
1. happy to work in all weather conditions, as this is an outdoor role
2. focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
3. a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
4. well-organised and adaptable
5. willing to learn new skills
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