Centre Assistant; Hanningfield

Closing date:
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Salary: £13.08 per hour
Contract type:
Permanent

Working hours:

Part time

Location:

Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Reserve, Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre, Hawkswood Road, Downham, Billericay, CM11 1WT

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate Centre Assistant to join us at our Nature Discovery Centre at Hanningfield Reservoir.

As a Centre Assistant, the role will include serving customers in both retail and food and beverage areas, operating tills, preparing drinks and food and assisting in events. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean and organised environment and restocking shelves. You will work closely with our dedicated staff and volunteers, who are passionate about supporting the Trust’s mission. All surplus revenue generated from our visitor centres directly funds vital conservation work across our reserves in Essex.

Working as part of a visitor centre team, the post holder will need to be a team player who can engage in a welcoming and professional way with our visitors - ensuring excellent customer service is always at the forefront.

We are looking for a friendly individual with an interest in customer service to join Essex Wildlife Trust in this visitor engagement role.

The position is a permanent role, working 22.5 hours per week between Monday and Sunday on a rota basis, that includes regular weekend and Bank Holiday working and some evenings for events and activities. The hourly rate for this role is £13.08 per hour.

We reserve the right to close this advert early.