Programming Assistant

The Trust; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Free parking at most Trust places

Job summary

The National Trust is seeking a Programming Assistant for Dunham Massey, near Altrincham, to help deliver events and activities that enliven the visitor experience throughout the year.

The role requires working weekend and Bank Holiday shifts, with a 12-month term and an enhanced DBS check. Salary is £13.25 per hour, and the contract runs until 28 February 2027, with varied hours across the term.

Qualifications

• DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver events and activities that bring our place to life for visitors all year round.
• Ensure high standards of presentation on site and that communications with visitors are clear and consistent.
• Link activities to our cause and ongoing work to engage supporters.

Job description

Programming Assistant

Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester, GB, WA14 1

Date Posted: 2026-10-04T19:46:38

Application Deadline: 2026-11-02T12:41:16.533

Job Description & Summary

We're looking for a Programming Assistant to join us and assist with the delivery and development of our programme of activities and events. In doing so, you'll help create an enjoyable experience for everyone who visits and help them understand more about our wonderful place.

This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children, and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Salary: £13.25 per hour

Contract Duration: Fixed term until 28th February 2027

Working Hours: The hours advertised for this role is reflective of 12 months, however the actual hours you'll be required to work are approximately 281 hours, depending on your start date. The amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in equal installments over the term of your contract.

Working Pattern: Your working pattern will vary depending on the scheduled programme of events and activities, and will include weekend and Bank Holiday working. You can expect to work more hours during November and December to support a winter event, with fewer hours during January and February. Shifts will be from 9.45am to 3.45pm (5.5 hours).

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.

Our Commitment

The National Trust's commitment is "For everyone, for ever." Bringing that promise to life starts with the people that work here. It means building teams with a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. It means creating an inclusive environment where everyone is able to thrive. Our roles are open to all. However, we particularly welcome applications from people of colour and people of the global majority because they are underrepresented at the Trust.

What it's like to work here

Dunham Massey is a 3,000-acre estate situated approximately 10 miles south of central Manchester and three miles south of Altrincham. Roger Grey, 10th Earl of Stamford, gave it to the National Trust in 1976, and today it attracts over 500,000 visitors a year. This elegant Georgian mansion, set within a magnificent 300-acre deer park and including one of Britain's finest winter gardens, is a very popular visitor attraction with over 100 staff. The busy team has a strong commercial focus and a fast-paced environment. Within the park walls there is also a shop, café, restaurant, and ice cream parlour. On the wider estate, there are 20 farms, 100 cottages, a golf course, and an award-winning housing development. The house, garden, and parkland hide many layers of history and have many stories to tell.

What you'll be doing

Working with the team, you'll create and deliver events and activities that bring our place to life for our visitors all year round. Understanding how and why we engage our supporters is key. You'll help link everything we do back to our cause and the ongoing work we do. You'll deliver high standards of presentation on site and ensure all our communications with our visitors around the property are clear and consistent.

You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of 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

• Good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of people
• A team player, but can also work by yourself
• Adaptable and have a flexible approach
• An understanding of the importance of great service
• Keen to learn new things
• Well organized and able to manage time well

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 (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