We’re looking for someone with a love of history and an eye for detail, who’s friendly and open with people. This role is about looking after a historic house and its collections of precious objects, furniture and works of art. And it’s about presenting all of this to people visiting, and helping to make every person’s day memorable and enjoyable.
What it's like to work here
Reporting to the Collections and House Manager, you’ll play a key role on a portfolio-based care and collections team based at Croft Castle, caring for interiors and collections across the portfolio. You’ll also work alongside a dedicated team of volunteers, telling stories and sharing knowledge of Croft’s collections and history. No two days are ever the same; one day you might be cleaning a precious piece of the collection, and the next you might be giving a tour to our visitors about the history of the mansion.
Situated on the English-Welsh border, Croft is a quiet, ancient place steeped in British history and politics within a picturesque castle and medieval parkland. The Collections Assistant role at Croft is a key position within a small house team tasked with protecting and sharing almost 1000 years of history.
What you'll be doing
As a Collections Assistant, you’ll be working with a supportive housekeeping team in an inspiring historic setting. You’ll be helping with the day-to-day cleaning and care of the precious collections of objects, works of art, textiles and furniture that are part of the house’s history. You’ll be alert to details and changes, and will keep a keen eye on everything from the environmental conditions in a room to any signs of wear and tear. You’ll also be keeping accurate records and providing support to our Collections and House volunteers when needed.
It's a role that’s all about people as well, so you’ll be talking to visitors about the work you’re doing and the collections you help to look after.
Who we're looking for
* good hand-to-eye skills, and happy to work from ladders or scaffold towers
* comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
* focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
* a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
* well-organised and versatile
* willing to learn new skills
The package
* Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
* Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
* 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.
National Trust place
Croft Castle, Yarpole, Leominster, HR6 9PW
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.
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