We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team at the South of England Rare Breeds Centre (RBC) as a Marketing and Reception Assistant.

The RBC is a busy tourist attraction with more than 90,000 visitors a year. The Farm is a great day out to see traditional rare breed animals, play in the parks and ride on the tractor all of which helps support the work of Canterbury Oast Trust which owns and runs the RBC.

Canterbury Oast Trust is a leading local charity providing high quality care and support within residential and community settings together with development opportunities through Life Skills Services for adults with learning disabilities across Kent and East Sussex.

As Marketing and Reception Assistant you will be responsible for all membership applications for the Rare Breeds Centre; all school visits and falconry bookings. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and for telephone enquiries. You will also be required to assist in the marketing and promotion of all aspects of the commercial activities of the Trust.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team. To be successful in this role you will need previous experience within a customer service facing role; possess good verbal and written communication skills; able to prioritise and to work to deadlines. Some marketing experience would be an advantage.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

plus 22 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays; Additional annual leave for 3,4 and 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part time hours)
plus Paid DBS check
plus Contributory pension scheme
plus Healthcare Cash Plan
plus Excellent training and development opportunities.


All appointments are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK; an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and two satisfactory references.

If you feel you have the skills and experiences to be successful in this role then we look forward to hearing from you.