Organisation: The Real Mary King’s Close
Location: Edinburgh
Join our passionate team as a Storyteller at The Real Mary King’s Close.
Trip Advisor's No.1 Attraction in the UK 2024.
The Real Mary King’s Close is buried deep beneath Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. On their fully guided tour, guests follow Edinburgh’s past residents in these underground alleyways and hear the real stories of the people who lived, worked, and died there. Join us to experience over 400 years of history and unlock the secrets of Edinburgh’s only preserved 17th-century street.
An opportunity has arisen to contribute to the further success of this attraction, and we require a Storyteller to join our team. Through our exceptional, bespoke training program, you will have the skills to deliver memorable and enjoyable guided tours, provide exceptional guest engagement across the attraction, and work as a team to offer guests a friendly welcome.
Using a mix of expert knowledge and humour, you would be hosting, creating, and delivering a memorable experience for every guest. You should have experience performing to and engaging with an audience, working with the public, and proficient use of till systems.
We are looking for team members with sparkle and passion, who are genuinely interested in providing high-quality guest service and telling the stories of our unique attraction. A team-playing attitude is a must.
We are passionate about our attraction and are looking for the right people to help us drive our business forward in a competitive marketplace. In return, we offer:
1. Flexible working options with a variety of shifts patterns
2. Mental health first aiders on site, as well as access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
3. Free breakfast club
4. Wellness committee – monthly wellness events for the team
5. Continued training for personal development
6. ASVA passes
7. Matching the Real Living Wage Foundation
8. Discounts in retail and café offering
Contract: 0-30 hours per week available on a Fixed Term Contract from the 1st February 2025 – September 2025. Weekends & Bank Holidays included. You must be available at weekends, early mornings, late nights, and bank holidays.
Salary: Starting rate of £12.31 per hour (from the 1st February 2025), which can increase to £12.60 per hour following training completion.
This is your chance to shine as part of an award-winning attraction. With the help of our bespoke training program, you’ll become an expert at delivering unforgettable guided tours, engaging guests with fascinating tales, and using your wit, humour, and knowledge to captivate every visitor.
If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then unfortunately, on this occasion, you will not have been selected for an interview – but we wish you well in your future career.
The closing date for this post is Sunday 26th January 2025.
Need more inspiration to apply? Here’s what our current team thinks about working here. In our October 2024 survey, 96% of the team would recommend our attraction as a great place to work.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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