Facilities Assistant

Employer: National Trust

Location: Nutley, Sussex

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: Full time

Posted: 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sector: Facilities & Cleaning

Job Description

Summary 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 Sheffield Park to help keep the whole place in good condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit. This is a zero-hour contract, meaning we can't guarantee a set number of hours each week. While we aim to provide a consistent work pattern, flexibility is needed as schedules may change based on business needs. We'll try to give as much notice as possible. The role includes weekends and Bank Holidays but does not require evening or split shifts. Contract: Fixed Term ending end of January 2027 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 Widely regarded as a horticultural masterpiece, the elegant landscaped gardens at Sheffield Park are alive with colour and wildlife. Four lakes and gorgeous views make this picturesque location to work in. Family-friendly events are a key part of the visitor experience at Sheffield Park, and welcome people with plenty of shared ideas and energy to join us. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and close-knit team in a place you'll love working. There is water everywhere - a series of interlinked man-made lakes display mesmerizing reflections of the trees and shrubs around the park. Explore over 100 acres of traditional landscape gardens originally laid out by Capability Brown and Humphry Repton in the 18th Century. Click here for more information about this location 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

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