Senior Programming

Can you plan and deliver fun events and activities? Would you like to work with a diverse range of teams and community groups? Do you have a passion for engaging audiences through creativity?

We need someone who can innovate and lead through the annual programme of experiences and events here at Cotehele, giving our supporters reasons to return and inspiring the next generation of National Trust supporters.

We’re looking for the right creatively minded person to help around 150,000 visitors each year connect with the house, garden, quay, mill, and wider estate in new and meaningful ways.

This role is based on 1950 annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in 12 equal instalments over the year.

What it's like to work here:This beautiful Tudor mansion is situated high above the River Tamar, with Dartmoor National Park and many unspoilt beaches nearby. The property is brimming with character, and is home to many colourful tapestries, armours and artefacts. The team pride themselves on providing superb customer service, and the family atmosphere amongst the 65-member team makes Cotehele a very special place to work. Due to its location, it’s likely you will need your own transport to get here.

What you'll be doing:You'll work closely with property teams to develop and implement high-quality, experiences, and visitor programming in order to attract a wide range of new and existing audiences. With support from property teams, you'll be leading the establishment of annual programming themes, helping deliver deeper community connections and financial business growth. The post will be supported by the Visitor Operations & Experience Manager, as well as the wider portfolio team. You’ll also be line managing our Volunteering & Community Officer for the portfolio.

The post-holder will be part of our Visitor Experience Lead and Duty Manager rota for the property throughout the year, this includes working weekends (approximately every 1 in 3 weekends, plus others based on the needs of the property)

Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you have:

- A focus on delivering high quality, innovative experiences
- Exceptional people and leadership skills
- Excellent planning and project management skills
- Experience with managing volunteers
- The drive to identify new programming opportunities and bring them to life
- A passion for collaborative working
- A track record of building and nurturing successful partnerships

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

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent f/t (1950 hrs py)