Casual General Assistant

1 day ago


Keswick, United Kingdom Field Studies Council Full time

Field Studies Council Blencathra, Nr Keswick, Cumbria

Up to £10.08 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Field Studies Council (FSC), one of the UK’s leading providers of outdoor environmental education. Field Studies Council is a pioneering environmental education charity committed to enabling people discover, explore, understand, and be inspired by the world around us. Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provide day and residential courses for all ages, from young children to retired adults, from schools and communities throughout the UK, reaching many others through our publications and community-based programmes.

General Assistants work in the kitchen, service and housekeeping operations to help ensure the smooth running of all aspects of the learning location whilst contributing to a friendly welcoming atmosphere.

Please refer to the job description for full details of the responsibilities of the role.

We ask that you have
- A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key

A natural pride in the work you produce

A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player

A professional manner in all that you do

An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council

A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Lizzie Chaplin-Brice on

01768 779601

Applications will be considered on arrival and interviews arranged accordingly.


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