Job Description

The Active Outdoors Assistant role will support the Saltram Visitor Experience team to deliver Summer of Play 2025.


We are looking for an applicant who is passionate about creating engaging experiences for young families, has a friendly and outgoing manner and has the flexibility and confidence to meet a wide range of responsibilities. A sports qualification is not required for this role.



What it's like to work here:A high profile cultural destination described as an 'oasis in the middle of the city', this magnificent mansion and parkland near Plymouth offers a tranquil riverside escape with close-by city amenities. With over 900,000 visits last year, Saltram is one of the busiest properties in the country. A well-loved parkland used by locals for walking and exercising, a popular garden which changes with the seasons and a treasure house makes Saltram a popular property for a range of audiences. Ideally positioned as an urban property, Saltram prides itself on its exceptional visitor experience and service standards. An energised, capable, engaged team make Saltram a fun place to work. It's certainly an exciting time to be at Saltram.


For more information about our property please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/saltram



What you'll be doing:Over the Summer of Play programme, the Active Outdoors Assistant role will help set up the activities and pack down at the end of the day, ensuring presentation standards of the Play zones remain high throughout the summer, providing the safe and clean experience visitors expect. The role will welcome and engage with families daily, and also help in hosting or facilitating featured games on some days.
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The role will work an estimated 26 hours per week over 4 days, this will include weekend and bank holiday working.



Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you're:


focused on giving great service to everyone you meet a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative well-organised and adaptable willing to learn new skills.

The packageThe 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

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Fixed Term p/t (until 01/09/25)