Preventive Conservation Assistant

Longleat Enterprises Limited; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable heritage site in the UK is seeking a dedicated individual to help preserve important heritage collections and maintain the highest standards at the venue. Responsibilities include daily cleaning and care of collections, participating in deep cleaning and pest management tasks. Ideal candidates should have an interest in history, good manual dexterity, and enthusiasm for professional development. The position is on a permanent 40 hour contract with benefits including 29 days holiday and additional perks.

Benefits

29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Complimentary tickets to venue

50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family

Discounts on food and beverages

20% off VIP Experiences

Company Pension

Life assurance cover and more perks

Qualifications

• You will be required to undertake a DBS check prior to appointment.
• Enthusiasm to learn and undertake continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the cleanliness including vacuuming and dusting objects.
• Being part of the Salvage Team for Longleat House and exhibitions.
• Taking part in annual deep clean of rooms and stores.
• Cleaning staff facilities such as offices and breakrooms.
• Undertaking tasks as part of the integrated pest management programme.

Skills

Interest in history, historic buildings and historic objects

Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Ability to work from ladders and tower scaffolds

Willingness to work in cold and dusty environments

Discretion and ability to handle confidential information

Job description

Reporting to the Preventive Conservation Supervisor, you'll be responsible for preserving Longleat's important heritage collections and ensuring that Longleat House is presented to the highest possible standards. You will be responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and care of the collections and interiors of this incredible place.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the cleanliness including Vacuuming visitor route floors/carpets and dusting objects using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Being part of the Salvage Team for Longleat House, stores and exhibitions.
• Taking part in annual deep clean of rooms, stores and exhibitions.
• Cleaning staff facilities such as offices, breakrooms and toilets.
• Undertaking tasks as part of Longleat House's integrated pest management programme.

Qualifications

• Interest in history, historic buildings and historic objects.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work from ladders and tower scaffolds.
• Willingness to work in cold and dusty environments.
• Enthusiasm to learn and undertake continuing professional development.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• You will be required to undertake a DBS check prior to appointment.

Benefits

• 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Complimentary tickets to Longleat, 18 per annum pro rata.
• 50% off Annual passes for your Friends and Family, free entry for yourself.
• Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise.
• 20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation.
• Company Pension.
• Life assurance cover and more perks.

You'll be employed on a permanent 40 hour contract, working 5 days out of 7, including weekends, evenings and bank holidays as required.