Programming Assistant

National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial pension scheme up to 10%

Free entry to National Trust places

Season ticket loan

EV car lease scheme

Perks at work discounts

Holiday allowance up to 32 days

Job summary

The National Trust at Lanhydrock, Bodmin, is seeking a Programming Assistant to help deliver and develop a programme of activities and events that enrich the visitor experience. The role is fixed-term until 28-Feb-2027, seasonal and weekends, on a zero-hour contract with an average of about 12 hours per week and £13.25 per hour.

You will participate in online assessment rather than a CV submission, work with colleagues to connect activities to our causes, and ensure high presentation standards

Qualifications

• Good communication with a wide range of people
• Team player who can also work independently
• Flexible approach to work
• Understanding of the importance of great service
• Keen to learn new things
• Well organised and able to manage time effectively

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering and developing a programme of activities and events
• Create engaging experiences for visitors and link activities to the cause
• Deliver high standards of presentation on site and ensure clear visitor communications

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Service-minded

Willingness to learn

Time management

Job description

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 until28-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.

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

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• 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)
• 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.

National Trust place

Lanhydrock, Lanhydrock, Bodmin, PL30 4DE

Documents

Programming Assistant - A2.pdf

Requirements

Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Additional information

Closing Date: 1st November 2026

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.