Programming Assistant

Summary

Exciting times are ahead at Lyme and we are looking for someone enthusiastic about engaging visitors to join the team as a Programming Assistant.

As a Programming Assistant at Lyme, you will play a key part in the planning and delivery of our events and activities for families. If you enjoy working in a busy atmosphere, in a hands-on and creative role, this could be the job for you.

Salary: £13.25 per hour

Working Pattern: There are two roles available, both 30 hours per week, with occasional weekend and evening work required.

Contract Duration: Fixed term until 13th September 2026

This role is?required?to work with vulnerable groups including?children?and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.?

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

This Peak District mansion is a popular filming location and was made famous as Pemberley in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. High above Manchester, it is a beautiful and special place and two thirds of our visitors come to enjoy the outdoors here. Lyme boasts 1,400 acres of beautiful parkland and rugged moorland, 2 herds of wild red deer, a very busy programme of events, art and exhibitions. Lyme also has extensive gardens that range from the Italianate Dutch Garden to the Vicary Gibbs tree garden, six catering outlets and two shops. Excellent local transport links means you're able to travel here by public transport or car.

Click here for more information about this location What you'll be doing

Working alongside the Senior Visitor Experience Officer, you will develop and deliver engaging family events and activities for our summer family programme, Summer of Play.

Ensuring events and activities run smoothly is key to providing our visitors with exceptional service and a memorable day out. You will be hands-on, ensuring all programming elements are delivered and maintained to a high standard.

You'll help ensure strong communication across departments, such as Gardens, House, and Commercial, along with supervising volunteers.

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

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• good communication skills, building relationships with a wide range of people

• a team player, but can also work by yourself

• adaptable and have a flexible approach

• an understanding of the importance of great service

• keen to learn new things

• well organised and able to manage time well

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 (for roles that meet the salary criteria)

•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.