Part-Time Duty Manager

The New Room Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 1,897 - 2,232; Part time

Job summary

A historic heritage site in Bristol is seeking a reliable Part-Time Duty Manager to oversee its smooth operation. This role involves welcoming visitors, supporting volunteers, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and good judgement. The position is contracted for 14 hours per month, typically covering two Saturdays, with opportunities for additional shifts. Interested applicants should submit their CV and covering letter to the Operations Manager by the specified deadline.

Qualifications

• Experience in visitor-facing roles.
• Ability to support and coordinate volunteers.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in heritage environments.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the building.
• Support and coordinate volunteers.
• Welcome visitors and respond to enquiries.
• Act as the main contact for room hire groups and events.
• Ensure safe operations during opening hours.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good judgement

Welcoming approach

Job description

John Wesley’s New Room is looking for a welcoming and reliable Part‑Time Duty Manager to help oversee the smooth running of our historic site in the heart of Bristol.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a varied, visitor‑facing environment and who is confident taking responsibility for the day‑to‑day operation of a busy heritage site. As Duty Manager, you will act as the senior member of staff on duty during your shift, supporting volunteers, welcoming visitors and ensuring the building runs safely and efficiently. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, good judgement and a welcoming approach to working with visitors and volunteers.

John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world and welcomes visitors from across the UK and internationally. Alongside the chapel, museum and café, we host a range of events, tours and room hire activities throughout the year.

Key responsibilities

• Opening and closing the building
• Supporting and coordinating volunteers
• Welcoming visitors and responding to enquiries
• Acting as the main contact for room hire groups and events
• Ensuring the site operates safely and smoothly during opening hours

ContractedHours: The role is contracted at 14 hours per month, typically working two Saturdays per month (9:45am – 4:15pm), with opportunities for additional shifts in the evenings and on Sundays.

Location: Based on‑site (BS1 3JE).

Contract Type: Permanent

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Salary: £13.45 per hour – 14 hours per month

Please submit a CV and covering letter (max. 2 sides of A4) outlining your experience and suitability for the role to the Operations Manager [e-mail] by 12pm on Thursday 9 April.

Interviews will be held in‑person (BS1 3JE) on Thursday 16 April.

We value the benefits of a diverse workforce and believe in the importance of providing a welcoming and supportive space for all employees. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.