We'd love to hear from you if you have:good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of peoplea team player, but can also work by yourselfadaptable and have a flexible approachan understanding of the importance of great servicekeen to learn new thingswell organised and able to manage time well Programming AssistantReporting to the White Peak Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you’ll work within our Visitor Experience Team made up of the Senior Visitor Experience Officer, another Programming Assistant, our Welcome Manager and the Welcome and Service Assistant Team at Ilam Park.You will work as a team to set up Ilam Park for summer, creating a festival feeling by installing bunting, flags, bell tents and plenty of play equipment. During the summer holidays you will be responsible for delivering a number of drop in craft workshops as part of our Summer of Arts project, inspired by Bruce Asbestos’s installation we will be hosting. As part of these workshops you will be engaging our visitors in the Summer of Art project encouraging visitors to interact with the installation and the other creative play hubs around the park. For this year's Summer of Play national programming event, we are dedicated to a fun and immersive experience, creating play zones across the park to ensure delight at every turn. During the weekdays you will be responsible for setting up play equipment, checking it throughout the day and engaging with families on the many different play opportunities around the park. You will also work alongside our volunteer teams who support our welcome roles, run our bookshop and support our delivery of events. At weekends, you will also be on hand to welcome and support visiting suppliers who will deliver a range of play based workshops.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 are 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.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)Tax free childcare schemeRental deposit loan schemeSeason ticket loanPerks at work discounts i.e. 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 criteriaFlexible working whenever possibleEmployee assistance programmeFree parking at most locationsClick here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.Closing Date: 04 May 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.For some of our roles at some locations, 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 an insight into the role. For these roles and locations you’ll only need to complete an assessment for a particular role type once in any six month period.For other roles apply using a C.V. / cover letter or complete the online application form. Shortlisting is carried out objectively by assessing the information you provide against the requirements of the job as set out in the vacancy details on our website. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted and invited to attend an interview.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 or interview 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 we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities StatementThe 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 StatementThe 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.163176IRC163176AshbourneFixed Term f/t (300 hrs py to 07/09/25)Ends: May 4th 128.8 mi from undefinedYou’ll deliver events and activities that create lasting, joyful memories for our visitors over the summer holidays and become a champion for Ilam Park. You'll be enthusiastic about inspiring children and families and enjoy spending time outdoors in this active role.Salary: £12.75 an hourDuration: 8 week Fixed Term Contract until 7 September 2025Hours: 300 hours across the contract/ average of 37.5 hours a week. This role is 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 contract.You will work 4-6 days a week, on a rota system. This role will involve work at weekends and on bank holidays - as these are the busiest and most exciting times at Ilam Park.Interview date: Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th MayIdeal start date: Monday 14th JulyFor 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.South Peak, Home Farm, Ashbourne, DE6 2AZCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK3,825 pa