We'd love to hear from you're:focused on giving great service to everyone you meet a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative well-organised and adaptable willing to learn new skillsStorytellerReporting to our Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you’ll work with a team of passionate and creative staff and volunteers at Quarry Bank.This former cotton mill was built in 1784 and is one of Britain’s greatest industrial heritage sites. The busy estate hosts many schools’ programmes and events, which help bring Quarry Bank’s fascinating story to life. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an inspiring location and the team pride themselves on being dynamic, highly motivated and passionate people.You'll lead tours and talks across different venues on property, bringing to life the stories of those that lived and worked at Quarry Bank. You'll deliver to a variety of audiences, including our visiting school groups from our incredibly popular learning programme, both in character and in third person.The role is dynamic and diverse, and is a key part of our core offer that thousands of visitors enjoy every year.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 salaryFree entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)Rental deposit loan schemeSeason ticket loanEV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discountsHoliday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.Flexible working whenever possibleEmployee assistance programmeFree parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 30th March 2025 Interview Date: Friday 4th April 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.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 recruitmentenquiriesnationaltrust.org.ukIf 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 adjustmentsnationaltrustjobs.org.uk 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. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 162030IRC162030WilmslowFixed Term p/t (1116 hrs pw for 9 mo)Ends: Mar 30th 37.6 mi from RotherhamJoin our passionate team of Storytellers, delivering talks and tours across different venues on property. You'll deliver tours of the Apprentice House in costume to both school groups and public. You'll engage visitors in conversations in Quarry Bank House and tell the stories of home in the Workers Cottage.Salary: £12.75 per hourDuration: 9 month fixed term contractThere are two contracts available, with different hours of work and working patterns. Please read the below information carefully as working patterns cannot be changed.These roles are based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in equal instalments over the yearContract 1: 1116 hours per yearSummer (March - October). Week A: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Week B: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, SundayWinter (November - February). Week A: Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Week B: Wednesday, Thursday, FridayContract 2: 408 hours per yearSummer (March - October). Week A: Sunday. Week B: Monday, TuesdayWinter (November - February). Week A: Thursday. Week B: SundayQuarry Bank Mill, Styal, Wilmslow, SK9 4LACompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour