Welcome & Service Assistant
7 months ago
This post is based at **Allan Bank, Grasmere **and **Townend, Troutbeck **.
**Hours**:We are looking for someone to cover an average of one day per week (sometimes two days in peak season) which will often include a Sunday, but some flexibility is essential to cover holidays.
As the public face of our properties, you’ll provide a warm, friendly welcome, give information about the property, answer questions and make sure everyone has an enjoyable and memorable visit.
**Salary**:£11.64 per hour
**This is a permanent contract.**
**Interviews**:29th April
What it's like to work here:Reporting to our Welcome Manager, you’ll be part of a team of seven Welcome Assistants working at Allan Bank and Townend.
What you'll be doing:Day to day, you’ll deliver a great all-round customer service experience. You’ll be on hand answering queries and listen to what our visitors need so you can share the right information. Your role is to make sure our visitors have the best day they can. You’ll have the chance to be involved in different aspects of the visitor experience, from key property events to social media promotion - no two days are the same.
Great visitor experiences are in our nature, and we believe everyone should feel welcomed, appreciated and more engaged because of the excellent service you provide. This role would suit anyone with a passion for delivering great customer service.
Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you are:
- customer focused with an understanding of the importance of great service
- a team player, but also can work on your own initiative
- well organised and adaptable
- willing to learn new skills
- have a positive attitude
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 such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
- Independent financial advice
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent p/t (390 hrs py)
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