We’d love to hear from you if you’re: used to working with partners (community or commercial) to produce high-quality events and activities for people, to do with the arts, culture or natural environment a creative leader, adept at finding new ways to connect people with nature and places able to build, maintain and develop productive partnerships in order to give all kinds of people ways to get involved someone with great people skills experienced in analysing audience data, and using it to improve and develop ways to connect people to the arts, culture, nature or the outdoorsSenior Programming & Partnerships OfficerReporting to the Visitor Operations & Experience Manager, you'll be working alongside the wider property team and will be part of the Duty Manager rota. This is an operational leadership role where you'll be the main point of contact for issues, incidents, or emergencies for the property on a set day. Full training and induction will be provided. You'll understand and help to deliver and develop the day-to-day operations. Working across the portfolio, you’ll have overall responsibility for programming and building successful partnerships.From the dynamic dunescapes of Formby to the timeless Tudor charm of Rufford Old Hall, you will have the opportunity to work across a variety of National Trust sites. Splitting your time across the key properties within the portfolio, you'll ensure that each location is appropriately supported and operating to the agreed standards.As the Senior Programming & Partnerships Officer you will take the lead in developing and implementing our Programming and Interpretation plans.Leading the development and delivery of audience-focused visitor programs, you'll wok in collaboration with both internal teams and external partners, ensuring engaging and memorable experiences for all. You'll shape the strategic direction of visitor interpretation, ensuring activities align with audience interests and support a high-quality visitor journey.Managing budgets and driving income, you'll enhance operational success, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You'll also manage and support the property teams with the delivery of seasonal programming.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 Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 4th May 2025 Interview Date: 15th May 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. 163284IRC163284OrmskirkFixed Term p/t (30 hrs pw to 28/02/26)Ends: May 4th 186.2 mi from undefinedWe have an exciting opportunity to lead on programming and partnerships within the Formby and Central Lancashire Portfolio. We're looking for a talented individual with a commitment to creating unforgettable visitor experiences and delivering outstanding service.The Formby and Central Lancashire Portfolio includes five National Trust sites. You'll work most closely within the operations at Formby, Rufford Old Hall, and Gawthorpe Hall overseeing the key areas of visitor programming and building great relationships with partners. You'll be an integral part of the wider portfolio team.Throughout 2025, there is a conservation and car park relocation project taking place at Formby. You'll work with the property and project teams to help mitigate the impact of this for visitors to the site.Rufford Old Hall, 200 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, L40 1SGCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK13.74 per hour