Events Assistant x 2

We have an opportunity for 2 Events Assistants to join our team at Bodiam Castle. You’ll assist in the delivery of a lively and engaging 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.

Salary: £11.64 per hour

Contract/duration: Fixed term contract from March until end of September 2024

Hours/working pattern: This role is an hourly paid, fixed term role. Wherever possible we aim to offer a consistent working pattern, but it may be necessary for us to alter this pattern from time to time to suit the needs of the business which is open 7 days a week, including bank holidays. Weekend working is required for this role. 

Internally you'll be known as 'Programming Assistant'.

Interviews will be held on the 2nd and 3rd May. 

The Bateman’s and Bodiam Castle portfolio consists of two very different properties run by one passionate team. Reporting to the Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you’ll work closely with the wider Visitor Experience team across the two properties.

Bodiam Castle is an impressive 14th century moated castle and one of the most famous castles in Britain. The spiral staircases and original features make for an ever-inspiring atmosphere with a strong spring and summer business appealing to tourists, families and school groups. 

Ten miles away in Burwash nestles Bateman’s, the former home of Rudyard Kipling. This 17th century house remains much the same as the world-famous writer left it. Batemans has a real family feel, with a team who will give you a warm welcome. The garden and landscape at Bateman's provided the inspiration for Kipling’s magical tales in Puck of Pook's Hill and Rewards and Fairies. 

Nestled in a peaceful corner of East Sussex with beautiful surrounding, these are great places to work.

Working with the team you'll create and deliver events and activities that bring our place to life for our visitors all year round. This can be in a busy outdoors environment, with practical and physical work required at times. 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. 

This role would suit anyone with a passion for delivering great customer service. As a champion of exceptional visitor experiences, you’ll join a high performing team to give visitors a memorable day out.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of people

• a team player, but can also work by yourself

• adaptable and have a flexible approach

• an understanding of the importance of great service

• keen to learn new things

• well organised and able to manage time well 

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)Tax free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts i.e. 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 locations

• Independent financial advice