Presentation Assistant

Two permanent posts have become available at Durham’s newest visitor attraction located in Aykley Heads – The Light. This venue is where science, art and culture meet.

These roles are 11.25hr contracts, therefore guaranteeing this amount of work per week, however there is opportunity for a lot more hours should you need it. The working pattern can be discussed further at the interview stage and will include some weekend working.

Durham County Council are seeking a dedicated and reliable Presentation Assistant to join this venue’s team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from all walks of life, including those seeking additional income, experienced cleaners, students, and retirees.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?
Perform general cleaning duties and tasks, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming, to a high standard.
Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas such as galleries, meeting rooms, toilets, public spaces and the office.
Engage in customer service with venue visitors when required, answering basic questions when needed.
Ensure that all cleaning equipment and machinery is kept cleaned, well maintained, and stored correctly.
Request any supplies to be ordered and report any maintenance issues or repairs to the duty manager.
Responsible for building security (where required), which is primarily the setting of alarms and locking/unlocking of gates and shutters.
Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times.

WHAT WILL I NEED?
You will need basic literacy and numeracy skills, as well as experience of general cleaning activities (this does not need to be from a previous presentation job), as well as the following skills and qualities:
Capable of carrying out instructions accurately and efficiently.
Effective communication skills.
Competent in completing paperwork as required.
Proficient in using initiative to prioritize tasks.
Able to work unsupervised.
Have a nice demeanour with people – both visitors and fellow team members.

Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.

WHAT WE OFFER
Training Provided: No prior experience in a cleaning job? No problem. We provide full training to help you succeed in your role.
Supportive Team: Work in a friendly and supportive environment where your contributions are valued.

INTERVIEWS
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

HOW TO APPLY
Please note, we do not accept CVs. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted.

https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Presentation_Assistant/299263

✅ All applications must be made online via the North East Jobs portal.