Job Description

Important notice

In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.


This role is all about using your practical skills and attention to detail to look after a place that people love. We're looking for a Facilities Assistant at The Workhouse & Infirmary to help keep the whole place in good condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit.


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:You'll be part or a wider portfolio facilities team, who work across the Nottinghamshire Portfolio. Your role will be based at the Workhouse and Infirmary, reporting to the Facilities Manager, who will be on hand to support you with day-to-day tasks.


Your role will be a mixture of compliance testing, repairs and maintenance, so no two days will ever be the same, which provides great opportunities to work with colleagues in other departments and across the other Nottinghamshire sites.


The site is located just outside the centre of Southwell, near the racecourse and is accessible by public transport.



What you'll be doing:You'll help with the day-to-day presentation of the National Trust's buildings and outdoor spaces. You'll be turning your hand to all sorts of cleaning and minor bits of maintenance, making sure that all our facilities are kept in good working order. You'll also be asked to help with some manual work such as unloading deliveries.


Duties such as compliance testing and maintaining high presentation standards form a core part of this role. You'll be aiming for the highest standards of customer service everywhere you look after, and this includes speaking to people as they visit and helping them with any queries. You might also get involved with general maintenance work and helping other teams if they need extra support.


You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all 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 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 comfortable working in flexible and adaptable way

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

Permanent p/t (22.5 hrs pw)