Facilities Assistant

RH5 6BD, Dorking
£7.20 ph, part time 12 hrs pw
24 Oct 2016
09 Nov 2016
IRC43198
Part Time

Amazing places need a helping hand now and then. Welcoming a large number of visitors each year, the visitor areas need care and attention. We’d like you to come and make sure we keep this special place clean, tidy and well-kept.

What it's like to work here

It’s an exciting time to work at the celebrated Edwardian retreat of Polesden Lacey. New areas of the property will soon be opened to the public, making this a year-round attraction with lots of opportunities within the team. The property boasts glorious views of the surrounding Surrey Hills, as well as an impressive art collection, manicured gardens and a large National Trust Shop. Colleagues have a great team spirit with close links to the local community. This picturesque property is just four miles outside of Dorking, however you're likely to need your own transport to get here.

What you'll be doing

As the Facilities Assistant, you'll assist with the day to day cleanliness and presentation the National Trust’s buildings and outdoor spaces. You’ll turn your practical hand to all sorts of cleaning and minor maintenance ensuring 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 cleaning, sweeping and litter picking will form a core part of the role, both inside and outdoors. You’ll ensure the highest standards of customer service across the area by always implementing a ‘customer comes first’ attitude. General maintenance work and helping within other teams will also form part of your role.

Please note: You will work a minimum of 14 hours per week, however additional paid hours may be available.

Please also read the full role profile attached to this advert.

Who we're looking for

Our team believe that people deserve more than just ‘good service’, but an amazing experience that they’ll never forget, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join us.

To be fantastic in this role, you’ll need to:

  • Have a pro-active, ‘can-do’ attitude
  • Be enthusiastic, hardworking and have a willingness to get involved
  • Have a great eye for detail, always being thorough in your approach
  • Have good customer service skills

It’d also be helpful if you have the following knowledge/experience;

  • Knowledge of cleaning methods, stock control and Health & Safety practices
  • Experience of cleaning, both independently and as part of a team

The package

Looking after you

  • Health cash plan – from as little as £2.81 per month for you and your dependents
  • Pension contribution match up to 10%
  • EAP and proactive Health and Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership

Looking after your career

  • Grow your career through professional training courses across the Trust
  • Develop your skills with an internal secondment
  • Pay review linked to values and behaviours, commitment to progression
  • Income protection due to illness

Unique to Us

  • Work in some of the most beautiful, iconic and unique locations in the UK
  • Free entry to NT properties for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
  • 20% off in our retail and catering outlets
  • Discount up to 35% off a National Trust holiday cottage booking