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Storyteller (Quarry Bank)

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Your role will be to provide an exceptional visitor experience through varying styles of storytelling and guided tours. This storytelling will celebrate the property's 'Spirit of Place' and you will be able to engage and connect with audiences of all types and ages. You'll be the face of our unique and bespoke experiences, bringing the story to life for our visitors. You'll be part of a team of storytellers and volunteers working across the multiple venues on the property.

This role will work 4 days a week in Summer, and 1 or 2 days per week in Winter. The rota pattern for this role is unable to change so please read the attached additional information document carefully before applying.

**Summer hours**:February half term until October half term

**Week 1**:Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

**Week 2**:Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

**Winter hours**:November until February half term

**Week 1**:Thursday

**Week 2**:Saturday, Sunday

**Interviews will take place on Friday 3rd March 2023 with an immediate start.**

**The pay for this role will lift to a minimum of £10.42 on 1st April 2023 in line with the changes to the Government National Living Wage.**

What it's like to work here: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. New areas of the estate will shortly open to the public, creating additional project-based roles. This is an exciting opportunity to work in fast growing location and the team pride themselves on being dynamic, highly motivated and passionate people.

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What you'll be doing:As a Storyteller, you’ll bring the magic of this property alive. You'll deliver guided tours and bespoke experiences with flair and theatre, be able to hold a space and engage with a mixed audience, ensuring visitors have an enjoyable and unforgettable experience. You'll be a charismatic storyteller, someone who enjoys working and interacting with people. It’s important that you’ve a keen interest in history, as well as experience of working with the public and especially children and young people.

You'll be providing guided tours in costume to the public and in character to visiting school groups. In free flow spaces you'll provide interesting and enlightening talks to visitors and be adaptable in answering their questions and engaging with their interests.

Along with a passion for providing the highest standards of customer service, you’ll also be able to inspire those around you with your passion and enthusiasm for our work.

**Who we're looking forYou’ll be**:

- Helpful & Friendly
- Passionate about sharing history, heritage and nature
- Customer focused with a positive attitude
- Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
- A team player, but also can work on your own initiative
- and above all you'll enjoy telling stories.

The packageThe 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 properties 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
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Fixed Term p/t (990 hrs py to 07/08/25)