Summary
We protect everything from bats to buildings to beaches – and we want to share them with everyone too. But how do we care for our special places, while helping everyone to enjoy them and their fascinating stories? It's no small task. In fact, it's a big team effort and it's why our Collections Assistant are so important.
Interviews will be held on the 18th of July.
What it's like to work here
Felbrigg Hall is one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia, boasting one of the largest collections in the whole Trust. From unique wallpapers to intricate books and decadent interiors there is a never-ending array of objects to get lost in whilst exploring the house. Similarly, Felbrigg's rolling landscaped park with its lake, woods and waymarked trails is great for family days out and even boasts ‘buggy-friendly' walking routes.
Working as part of a busy but enthusiastic House and Collections team who take pride in their work, you will be joining a team that is focused on caring for Felbrigg's varied collection and interiors.
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What you'll be doing
As a Collections Assistant, you'll be helping with the day-to-day clean of the house to ensure the best possible standards of conservation care are maintained. No detail will go unnoticed, and you'll keep a keen eye on everything from the environmental conditions in a room, to signs of wear and tear. You'll keep accurate records too, work with volunteers, learn about collections management, acquire knowledge of the standards of house presentation and take part in a variety of duties ranging from routine physical tasks to the unexpected. This role has some visitor facing elements, we'd love you to talk to visitors about the work you're doing, and the collections we have.
Please also read the full role profile, attached to this advert.
This role will be spread over 4 days, with an 8.30 am start. The successful candidate will be expected to work 1 weekend in 3.
Who we're looking for
We'd love to hear from you if you have;
- A team player, but can also work on your own initiative
- Well organised and adaptable?
- Customer focused with a positive attitude?
- Willing to learn new skills?
- Good manual dexterity and hand-to-eye skills and ability to work from ladders and tower scaffold
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)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme
- 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
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