Job Description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives.

We have vacancies at the Roman Baths for seasonal Museum Porters to join award-winning Front of House team for Summer 2026. The Roman Baths welcomes around 1 million visitors, and we are passionate about providing engaging experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Contract type:

Seasonal, Fixed term until 31st October 2026

Hours:

6-hour shift per day. Variable options starting from 21 hours (3/4 days alternating) per week; or 24 (4 days) per week. All contracts include working alternate weekends and some late nights

.

This is an ideal opportunity to join our team with varying contract options, working in a busy, enjoyable, unique historical environment.


Duties include collecting and transporting audio guides from the museum exit to the main reception and responding to visitor's queries, such as helping them with directions.


Applicants must have a good general education, with a high standard of personal presentation, a friendly manner as well as good customer care and communication skills. Experience of manual handling would be an advantage.


Full training and a uniform will be provided.

Apply today to join us this Summer!

Starting date Monday 16th March 2026.


Please see our website for more information and video content:


www.romanbaths.co.uk/job-opportunities


Interviews will be held on 30th January 2026.

Interested to find out more ?

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact our Visitor Experience Te

am :

VE_Manager@bathnes.gov.uk

Interview date: 30th January 2026

Please no agencies.

Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.*

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits


At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at

https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW


The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.

Safeguarding Statement:

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.