Facilities Assistant

National Trust; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease

Perks at work discounts

Holiday allowance 32 days

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust places

Job summary

National Trust's Sheffield Park site is seeking a Facilities Assistant to help keep the grounds and buildings in good condition for visitors and to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The role is on-site with a zero-hour contract and a fixed term ending 31 January 2027.

An online assessment replaces a CV submission to understand strengths and fit. We value service, teamwork and adaptability, and offer flexible working where possible along with benefits such as NT entry for you and your family,

Qualifications

• Focused on giving great service to visitors.
• Team player but able to work on own initiative.
• Well-organised and adaptable.
• Willing to learn new skills.
• Comfortable with flexible patterns.

Responsibilities

• Look after the place and keep it in good condition for visitors.
• Help ensure the site runs smoothly for all who visit.

Skills

Great service

Team player

Organised

Able to work independently

Flexible and adaptable

Job description

This role is all about using your practical skills and attention to detail to look after a place that people love. We’re looking for a Facilities Assistant at Sheffield Park to help keep the whole place in good condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit.

We’d love to hear from you if you’re:

• focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
• a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
• well-organised and adaptable
• willing to learn new skills
• comfortable working in flexible and adaptable way

Contract: Zero-hour contract, meaning we can’t guarantee a set number of hours each week. While we aim to provide a consistent work pattern, flexibility is needed as schedules may change based on business needs. We’ll try to give as much notice as possible. The role includes weekends and Bank Holidays but does not require evening or split shifts. Contract: Fixed Term ending end of January 2027

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

Widely regarded as a horticultural masterpiece, the elegant landscaped gardens at Sheffield Park are alive with colour and wildlife. Four lakes and gorgeous views make this picturesque location to work in. Family-friendly events are a key part of the visitor experience at Sheffield Park, and welcome people with plenty of shared ideas and energy to join us. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and close-knit team in a place you’ll love working. There is water everywhere - a series of interlinked man-made lakes display mesmerizing reflections of the trees and shrubs around the park. Explore over 100 acres of traditional landscape gardens originally laid out by Capability Brown and Humphry Repton in the 18th Century.

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.

The package

• 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 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