At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to enhance visitor experiences at Bath Abbey.
- Company: Join the historic Bath Abbey, a vibrant community in a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, part-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a dynamic setting with a rich history.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a beloved landmark while engaging with diverse visitors.
- Qualifications: Experience in leadership and a passion for visitor engagement.
The predicted salary is between 33300 - 33300 £ per year.
12-month fixed term contract. Part time: 32 hours per week. Typically Monday- Friday although occasional weekend and evening work will be required.
Salary: £33,300 (FTE £41,600).
Reports to: Executive Director.
Direct reports: Events Manager, Learning Manager, Retail Manager, Visitor Experience Manager, Archivist and Curator, Assistant Retail Manager, Visitor Experience Officers x3, Visitor Experience Assistants x23, Shop Supervisors x5, Events Assistants and c. 100 volunteers.
ABOUT BATH ABBEY
Bath Abbey is a vibrant parish church at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. As the last great medieval church built in England, the Abbey has been a place of worship, welcome and wonder for more than 500 years. Today, it is home to a thriving gathered congregation from all over the city and surrounding area, supported by dedicated staff, talented choirs, and hundreds of volunteers, while also welcoming over 350,000 visitors from around the world each year.
Guided by our values—Welcoming, Sharing, Cherishing and Flourishing—we strive to be an inclusive, diverse and caring community where all can contribute and grow. Recent investment through our ambitious Footprint Project has transformed the Abbey for the future, creating new spaces, improving sustainability and enhancing our visitor and worship experience.
Head of Visitor Experience in Somerset employer: BATH ABBEY
Bath Abbey is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a historic and vibrant environment at the heart of Bath. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and community, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth, alongside the chance to engage with a diverse range of visitors and volunteers. The Abbey's recent investments in sustainability and visitor experience further enhance the workplace, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful experiences for all.
