Programming Assistant

National Trust; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial pension

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Free parking

Job summary

National Trust is seeking a Programming Assistant to help deliver and develop a programme of activities and events at Lanhydrock, Bodmin. You will create engaging experiences that help visitors understand more about the property and its history.

The role is a fixed-term contract until 28 February 2027 with seasonal, weekend work on a zero-hour contract. Online assessment replaces a CV, and benefits include a generous pension, free NT entry, and flexible working where possible.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Adaptable with a flexible approach.
• Understands importance of great service.
• Keen to learn new things.
• Well organised with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver events and activities to bring the place to life for visitors.
• Ensure high standards of presentation on site and clear visitor communications.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Flexible

Customer service

Organised

Willing to learn

Job description

Summary

You'll assist in the delivery and development of a programme of activities and events. By doing so, you'll help to create an enjoyable experience for everyone that visits and help them understand more about our place.

Summary

You'll assist in the delivery and development of a programme of activities and events. By doing so, you'll help to create an enjoyable experience for everyone that visits and help them understand more about our place.

Salary

£13.25 per hour

Contract/duration

Fixed term contract until 28-Feb-2027

Hours/working pattern

Seasonal, flexible, weekends. This is a 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. Typical shifts on average for this role are from 12 hours per week which will include some weekends.

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 Lanhydrock estate comprises a grade 1 listed mansion set in a 12 hectare garden and surrounded by 360 hectares of countryside. The property is currently presented at its late Victorian zenith when it was the home of Thomas, 2nd Lord Robartes, his wife Mary and their large family who were looked after by a staff of 80. The property offers a fascinating insight into the workings of a country estate, both above and below stairs. The property welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year to its wider estate and 40,000 users to the trails. For more information about our property please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lanhydrock

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. Understanding how and why we engage our supporters is key. You'll help link everything we do back to our cause and the on-going work we do. You'll deliver high standards of presentation on site and ensure all our communications with our visitors around the property is 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 organised 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

Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.

National Trust place

Lanhydrock, Lanhydrock, Bodmin, PL30 4DE

Documents

Programming Assistant - A2.pdf

Requirements

Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Closing Date

1st November 2026

If you need any help with your application

i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at [e-mail]

If you require an adjustment to the application process

for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at [e-mail] and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here.

Safeguarding Statement

The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.