Collections Assistant - Wimborne

The National Trust; Hurn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading heritage organization is seeking a Collections Assistant to join their team in Hurn. This part-time role involves caring for valuable collections while ensuring excellent visitor experiences. The ideal candidate should have strong hand-to-eye coordination, be adaptable, and possess a commitment to service. Benefits include a substantial pension, flexible working options, and free entry to National Trust places. Great opportunity for those with a passion for history and conservation.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Gym membership discounts

Flexible working

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Qualifications

• Nimble-fingered with good hand-to-eye skills.
• Comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way.
• Focused on giving great service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the cleaning and care of collections.
• Maintain records and monitor environmental conditions.
• Engage with visitors about the collections.

Skills

Good hand-to-eye coordination

Adaptability

Customer service focus

Team player

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Collections Assistant - Wimborne

Summary

Important notice

In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

We’re looking for someone with a love of history and an eye for detail, who’s friendly and open with people. This role is about looking after a historic house and its collections of precious objects, furniture and works of art. And it’s about presenting all of this to people visiting, and helping to make every person’s day memorable and enjoyable.

Salary: 12.75 per hour

Contract: Permanent

Hours / working pattern: Part-time 13.10 hours per week. This role is for 13 hours per week, split across 3 mornings- this will cover shifts on a Saturday, Sunday and Mon / Tues or Friday.

For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. 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

The outstanding art collection is one of the main attractions to this beautiful Italian-inspired mansion. As one of the National Trust’s ‘treasure houses’, the 45 strong team have exciting times ahead as they embark on major conservation projects to preserve this 8,500 estate and its rare collection of artefacts. A Japanese garden and tearoom and community growing spaces are also among the key attractions at Kingston Lacy. The property has a rural location, so it’s likely you will require your own transport to get here.

For more information about our property please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk / kingston-lacy

What you’ll be doing

As a Collections Assistant, you’ll be working with a supportive housekeeping team in an inspiring historic setting. You’ll be helping with the day-to-day cleaning and care of the precious collections of objects, works of art, textiles and furniture that are part of the house’s history. You’ll be alert to details and changes, and will keep a keen eye on everything from the environmental conditions in a room to any signs of wear and tear. You’ll also be keeping accurate records.

It's a role that’s all about people as well, so you’ll be talking to visitors about the work you’re doing and the collections you help to look after.

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.

Who we're looking for

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

• nimble-fingered, with good hand-to-eye skills, and happy to work from ladders or scaffold towers
• comfortable working in a flexible and adaptable way
• focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
• a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
• well-organised and versatile
• willing to learn new skills.

The package

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.

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

Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

Flexible working whenever possible

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust places

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