Summer jobs in United Kingdom

• Do you have excellent people skills?
• Are you enthusiastic about culture/heritage?
• Do you have experience working in a fast-paced customer facing environment?

Look no further!

We have a fantastic opportunity to join the Visitor Experience Team here at Preston Park Museum at an exciting time, with a bold and modern extension to the existing museum having just opened this summer. We are looking for a full time Visitor Services Assistant to join the existing team, ensuring that everyone who visits has an enjoyable and memorable experience and contribute to achieving excellent standards of customer care. We are looking for people with excellent communication skills, an interest in working in a museum environment, and a passion for working with the public.

Please note this role will involve regular weekend working.

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

• A competitive salary of up to £25,989
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jon Bethell, Visitor Experience Coordinator on jon.bethell@stockton.gov.uk.

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