Car Park Assistant x 6 - Wadebridge
Summary
Working within a bustling atmosphere as part of passionate team this role as a Car Park Assistant plays a core part in providing fantastic customer service.
The Hours: This role is an hourly paid, fixed term role. Wherever possible we aim to offer a consistent working pattern, but we’re looking for flexibility as it may be necessary for us to alter this pattern from time to time to suit the needs of the business. We’d give you as much notice of this as possible ideally 2 to 4 days per week, at least one of these days to include a weekend day
The Salary: 12.25 per hour
Duration: Various starting dates in May through to 30th September 2025.
For 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.
What it's like to work here
With over 60 miles of spectacular coastline, rich in wildlife and history, North Cornwall stretches from just south of Newquay to the north of Bude.
Sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs attract a large number of visitors every year and we are looking to fill 6 roles to work across our busy sites at Holywell, Crantock, Carnewas and Trevose. (Due to the geographical spread of the sites, we ask that applicants can commit to working a minimum of two of these locations).
Reporting to the Welcome Manager, you’ll be part of a team of 30 working in North Cornwall.
What you'll be doing
You’ll be working outside, meeting and greeting our visitors, providing help and guidance on where to park. You'll help to keep the car park and surrounding area in good order, and provide a courteous and informative service to our visitors.
You’ll also be responsible for answering queries and making sure visitors can find everything they need for their visit. When interacting with our customers, you’ll inform them of the amazing work we are doing and what their money is funding, promoting local projects or promoting our cause.
As this is an outdoors role, you'll need to be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
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.
Who we're looking for
You’ll be:
* Helpful & Friendly
* Customer focused with a positive attitude
* Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn
* A team player, but also can work on your own initiative
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)
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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