Hopetown Darlington opens its doors this summer as the regionandrsquo;s most exciting and newest visitor attraction.andnbsp; This ambitious project extends across a 7.5-acre site and will encompass a wagon themed play park, an immersive time travel experience ride, and will even include a gallery to watch live engineering in action. In addition, visitors can enjoy touring exhibitions, a reimagined state of the art museum and entertaining festivals and events for the whole family.andnbsp;
A spacious cafandeacute; and shop are also part of this incredible site which is steeped in Darlingtonandrsquo;s rail heritage and will offer a family day out like no other.andnbsp; The venue will attract upwards of 300,000 visits annually, of which up to 100,000 are expected to be from outside the region. Hopetown Darlington is seeking inspired and driven individuals who can bring personality, energy and enthusiasm to the team.
As part of the Housekeeping Team, you will take pride in keeping Hopetown Darlington a clean and well maintained venue.andnbsp; Flexibility to working hours and duties is essential, along with a positive and enthusiastic approach.andnbsp; You must have the ability to clean to a high standard, follow instruction and have confidence in all you do. This is a front facing role and you may be required on occasion to assist visitors where needed.
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
32 days Annual Leaveandnbsp;plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with the option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
Flexi-time scheme
Flexible working
Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
Staff equality forum
Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
Physiotherapy service
Confidential counselling service
Great wellbeing offer
Cycle to Work Scheme
Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
Local and National retailer discounts
Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our andldquo;why work for usandrdquo; internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile and Employee Information Sheet.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Natalie Collins, Visitor Experience Manager on 07825016534.
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If you are experiencing problems applying for this vacancy via North East Jobs, please contact the HR Team on 01325 405486 or HR@darlington.gov.uk, who will be happy to assist.
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