At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome visitors, answer enquiries, and deliver engaging activities at our museums.
- Company: Join Stockport Council's vibrant team dedicated to enriching community experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a chance to work in a creative environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth and commitment to inclusivity in hiring.
- Why this job: Be the face of our museums and inspire visitors with fascinating collections.
- Qualifications: Strong customer service skills and experience in delivering activities and tours.
The predicted salary is between 12844 - 13049 £ per year.
Hours: 18 hours (two posts) at Bramall Hall, including alternate weekends; 22.5 hours (one post) at Hat Works and Staircase House, including Saturdays. Permanent role. Pay ranges: £12,844 – £13,049 for 18 hours; £16,055 – £16,311 for 22.5 hours, inclusive of increments for evening and weekend work.
Your Role
We are seeking experienced, reliable, and creative people to join our team. Museums Assistants are the first point of contact for all visitors to our museums. Main duties include welcoming visitors, answering enquiries, handling bookings, delivering activities, and engaging visitors with our collections in person and online.
About You
You should have excellent customer service and organisational skills, and be able to assist with day‑to‑day security, maintenance and operation of the site. You should also have experience delivering activities, demonstrations and tours, and handling retail sales and other financial transactions.
Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence, but this role does not currently qualify for sponsorship. We are committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex‑military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will be guaranteed to be shortlisted for assessment if you meet the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria.
If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Christine Dingley at for an informal discussion.
Museums Assistant in Bramhall employer: Stockport Council
At Stockport Council, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values creativity and customer engagement. Our Museums Assistants play a vital role in enhancing visitor experiences at our historic sites, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a community-focused environment. With flexible hours and a commitment to inclusivity, including support for individuals with disabilities and care leavers, we ensure that every team member feels valued and empowered.
