Collections Assistant - Moreton-in-Marsh

The National Trust; Bristol, Moreton-in-Marsh; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading heritage organization as a Collections Assistant at Chastleton House. You will be part of a dedicated team responsible for the care of historic collections, engaging with visitors, and ensuring the preservation of our heritage. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, historic setting while contributing to the mission of sharing our cultural treasures with the public.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Free Entry to National Trust Places

Rental Deposit Loan Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

EV Car Lease Scheme

Discounts at Work

Holiday Entitlement

Flexible Working Arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Comfortable working from ladders and tower scaffolds.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning and care of the house’s collections.
• Monitor environmental conditions and signs of wear.
• Engage with visitors about the collections.

Skills

Team Player

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Adaptability

Manual Dexterity

Job description

Collections Assistant - Moreton-in-Marsh

Summary

We protect everything from bats to buildings to beaches – and we want to share them with everyone too. But how do we care for our special places, while helping everyone to enjoy them and their fascinating stories? It’s no small task. In fact, it’s a big team effort and it’s why our Collections Assistants are so important.

Hours/Working Pattern: Part-time, 33.75 hours per week. You’ll be working weekdays and alternate Sundays.

Salary: £12.75 per hour.

Duration: 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

Potential Start Date: ASAP.

Accommodation is provided to the postholder for the proper or better performance of their duties in accordance with Trust criteria and HMRC rules.

For this role, you’ll 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 on the role.

What it's like to work here

Chastleton House, a rare gem of a Jacobean country house built between 1607 and 1612, was owned by the same family until 1991. Its interiors and contents have remained largely unchanged for nearly 400 years, offering an authentic and timeless atmosphere in a beautifully preserved setting. There is no shop or tea-room, allowing visitors to truly step back in time.

In this role, you’ll be part of the house team, based at Chastleton House. You’ll report to the Senior Collections & House Officer and work closely with the Collections & House Officer, other Collections Assistants, and our volunteer team. The wider team includes the Welcome Team at Visitor Reception and our Gardeners.

What you'll be doing

As a Collections Assistant, you’ll work with a supportive housekeeping team in an inspiring historic setting. Your responsibilities include the daily cleaning and care of the house’s collections—objects, artworks, textiles, and furniture. You’ll monitor environmental conditions and signs of wear and tear, and keep accurate records. The role also involves engaging with visitors about the collections and your work.

You can view the full role profile in the attached document. You don’t need to have all the listed skills and experience; it’s meant to give a full picture of potential in this role.

Who we're looking for

We'd love to hear from you if you're:

• a team player, but can also work independently
• well-organised and adaptable
• customer-focused with a positive attitude
• willing to learn new skills
• possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, and are comfortable working from ladders and tower scaffolds

The package

The National Trust’s motto is ‘For everyone, for ever’. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diversity and aim for our teams to reflect the communities we serve.

Benefits include:

• Substantial pension scheme up to 10% of basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you and your guests (including children under 18)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme
• Perks at work discounts (gym memberships, shopping, cinema discounts)
• Holiday entitlement up to 32 days plus holiday purchase scheme
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust locations

Click here to learn more about our benefits.