Information Assistant

Information Assistant

Location:

National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus
Salary:
Grade 3 £ 26,427 - £27,274 Pro Rata

Hours:

850 hours per annum, approx. 10 days per month. The role available is for every Thursday & Friday, and one weekend in three.
Weekend Requirement:
One weekend in three, working both Saturday and Sunday;
Bank Holiday working may also be required
Closing Date: 4th November 2026
Interview Date: 10th November 2026

Job Purpose:

To provide a comprehensive information service at the Authority’s flagship National Park Visitor Centre, promoting the National Park, its purposes, special qualities and the work of the National Park Authority, while delivering a high standard of customer care.
Main Duties
 
* To provide an in-depth information service to visitors on the National Park and surrounding area, maintaining a high level of customer care.
 
* To provide information on the special qualities of the National Park and on the work of the National Park Authority.
 
* To be responsible, with colleagues, for the compilation, organisation and storage of resource material relating to the service.
 
* To be responsible for the opening and closing, general security and safe use of the centre, its equipment and stock.
 
* To ensure the cleanliness and presentation of all public and staff areas of the centre.
 
* To maintain stock displays and pricing and ensure the general tidiness of retail areas.
 
* To assist with administration and record keeping at the centre, including maintaining appropriate financial records and processing takings.
 
* To share responsibility for covering absent colleagues and working at other centres as directed.
 
* To contribute to the continued development of the centre and centre-based information and publications.
 
* To undertake any other duty appropriate to the grade and nature of the post, as required by the Head of Commercial Operations or Chief Executive.
Person Specification

Essential Criteria
 
* Good geographical knowledge of the National Park, together with knowledge of places of special interest and visitor attractions.
 
* Ability to use and interpret maps.
 
* Ability to communicate effectively with visitors, colleagues and partner organisations, in person, by telephone and by email.
 
* Commitment to providing a welcoming, accurate and inclusive information service.
 
* Ability to take responsibility for cash handling and routine financial procedures.
 
* Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively as part of a team.
 
* Basic numeracy and sufficient digital skills to use standard workplace systems.
 
* Able to work one weekend in three, including both Saturday and Sunday, and bank holidays where required.
 
* Willingness to undertake relevant training.
 
* Welsh Language Level 1.
Desirable Criteria
 
* Experience of working in a visitor information, tourism, retail or customer service environment.
 
* Experience of walking in the mountains and countryside of the National Park.
 
* Experience of using a till or electronic point-of-sale system.
 
* Welsh language skills above Level 2
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application