Casual Leisure and Culture Assistant x2

We are looking for motivated, outgoing individuals to support with the delivery of the Museum Explorers and Play Development programmes. As a Casual Leisure and Culture Assistant you will have the opportunity to work with families across the borough and be involved in a wide variety of activities, from creative Stay and Play sessions to Museum family walks.

This exciting role will be required to:

• Provide support for the general running of events, for example, welcoming families, ticket administration, preparation of materials and event set-up.
• Work with the Learning and Outreach Officer to deliver learning activities, history themed games and object handling workshops.
• Work with the Sport & Health Development Officer to provide enriching opportunities that support children’s play, underpinned by the Playwork Principles.
• Provide excellent customer care while maintaining health and safety, customer care and child welfare standards.
• Have a flexible approach to work and be able to attend Museum Explorers and Play sessions throughout the year during weekdays, weekends and school holidays.

You will have enthusiasm for working with children and young people and will be confident leading groups of children in a range of play sessions, craft activities and games. At the heart of our Museum Explorers and Play Development programmes is providing fun, active and engaging activities for families in the local area and you will also share a commitment to supporting our local communities. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a rapidly growing outreach programme and gain experience of working in both Play Development and Museum Learning.

Please visit the Elmbridge Museum and Elmbridge Borough Council websites for more information about our varied programme of family activities.

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Lewis Razey, Sport & Health Development Officer on: 01372 474581

The closing date for applications is 3 July 2027 at 9:00am. However, this date is given as a guide and is subject to change. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.