Fixed Term full‑time (37.5 hours per week) until 31 October 2026. Salary £25,837.50 per annum.
Summary
We’re looking for a Campsite Assistant to work at Wasdale and Eskdale Campsites. This role is all about making sure that visitors have their best possible experience of an outdoor holiday with the National Trust. Internally, within the National Trust, you’ll be known as an “Outdoors Holidays Operations Assistant”.
Accommodation is provided to the postholder for the proper or better performance of their duties in accordance with Trust criteria and HMRC rules.
Contract duration: Fixed term until 31 October 2026
Working pattern: Your hours will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Shifts can be 9‑5, 10‑6 or 11‑7, plus on‑call duties four days per week.
No CV required; you will complete an online assessment to help us understand your strengths.
Responsibilities will include keeping the campsite and bunkhouse clean, well‑maintained and welcoming, reporting any repairs, greeting and assisting guests, handling bookings and enquiries, and running the campsite shop when needed.
Who we’re looking for
- Happy to work in all weather conditions – this is an outdoor role
- Focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
- A team player, but also able to work on your own initiative
- Well‑organised and adaptable
- Willing to learn new skills
The package
- Substantial pension scheme up to 10 % of basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days related to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
National Trust place
Wasdale Campsite, The Lodge, Wasdale, CA20 1ET
Documents
- Out of Hours Duty Requirements Form IRC174782.pdf
- Outdoors Holidays Operation Assistant – Career Level A2.pdf
Requirements
Compliance. Eligibility to work in the UK.
Additional information
Closing Date: 17th May 2026
Equal Opportunities Statement
The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here.
Safeguarding Statement
The National Trust is committed to safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions regarding your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.
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