Campsite Assistant

National Trust; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation charity is seeking a Campsite Assistant at Low Wray Campsite in Ambleside. This full-time position offers £12.75 an hour and includes accommodation and benefits such as a substantial pension scheme and discounts on services. The successful candidate will assist in the daily operations of the campsite, ensure customer satisfaction, and manage maintenance tasks. This role requires flexibility, as shifts can vary throughout the week. Applications are encouraged early due to possible early closure of the advert.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Rental deposit loan scheme

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Up to 32 days holiday allowance

Responsibilities

• Assist with campsite operations and customer service.
• Manage accommodation and site maintenance tasks.

Job description

Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding

free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment process to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.

Job Title & Location

We are looking for a Campsite Assistant to work in Low Wray Campsite, Ambleside.

Employment Details

Fixed Term Full time (37.5 hrs per week) to 01/11/26. Contract starts 2 March and ends 1 November 2026. Early closure of advert is possible.

Hours & Shifts

37.5 hours a week (full time). 4 × 8 hour days and 1 × 5.5 hour day, followed by two days off. Working days to be confirmed but could be any day Monday‑Sunday. Weekend and bank holiday working required. Shifts will be from 7 am at the earliest until 8:30 pm at the latest, with staff starting at staggered times throughout the morning. Shift times will vary throughout the season depending on how busy the site is.

Salary

£12.75 an hour.

Interview & Assessment

Interview date: w/c Monday 19th January. For this role you will need to complete our online assessment instead of using a CV or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information about the role.

Accommodation & Position Title

Accommodation is provided to the postholder for the proper or better performance of their duties in accordance with Trust criteria and HMRC rules. Internally, within the National Trust, you’ll be known as an ‘Outdoors Holidays Operations Assistant’.

Location

Low Wray Campsite, Ambleside, LA22 0JA.

Compliance

Eligibility to Work in the UK.

Role Profile

You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don’t need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.

Company Culture

The 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.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary.
Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18).
Rental deposit loan scheme.
Season ticket loan.
EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria).
Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts.
Holiday allowance up to 32 days.