Beamish Museum in County Durham is hiring for various roles, including positions in the sweet shop and mining village, with a recruitment fair on February 4.
County Durham: Beamish Museum is looking for new staff. They have several interesting job openings. You can work in the mining village or the sweet shop.
They need team members for different time periods, from the 1820s to the 1950s. Roles include food and beverage staff and museum engagers. You could also work at the Drovers Tavern, serving meals inspired by the 1800s.
There’s a recruitment fair on February 4 from 2 PM to 7 PM. It’s a great chance to learn more about the jobs available. Debbie Harrington, the People and Culture Manager, emphasizes the importance of these roles for visitor experience.
You might work in the Edwardian section, engaging with visitors in the 1900s town. The Jubilee Confectioners shop sells classic sweets like pear drops and cinder toffee. There are also cleaning team positions open.
In the mining life team, you’ll help explain the region’s industrial history. In the 1950s town, you could welcome visitors to the Grand Cinema or assist with events like tea dances.
Roles are also available in the rural life team, showcasing life during the Second World War at the 1940s farm. They’re looking for enthusiastic individuals for the entrance team too.
The closing date for applications is February 16. For more details or to apply, visit their website.
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