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Visitor Operations Assistant


Company : The Royal Household


Location : Windsor, England


Created : 2025-12-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Windsor Castle welcomes visitors all year round, offering a unique chance to explore the world's oldest and largest inhabited castle. Explore a variety of opportunities, where youll play a key role in bringing history to life and ensuring every guest has a truly memorable visit.? Our Assistants are grouped into three key areas: Visitor Services, Admissions and Retail. Each area is integral to delivering world-class service and enhancing the experience for visitors from around the globe. With these exciting roles, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your exceptional customer service skills while contributing to Royal Collection Trusts charitable mission. Enjoy a fulfilling summer job in a truly historic setting! Admissions Assistant As the first point of contact for visitors, youll guide them through their booking, provide information about the Castle and ensure they have everything they need for their visit. Key Responsibilities: Process ticket sales efficiently in person at our ticket counters. Use online system to manage bookings and provide accurate visitor information. Upsell items such as souvenir guides, tours or charitable donations where appropriate. Support the security search process, creating a safe and secure environment for visitors and staff Retail Assistant Working across our shops and sales points, youll help to deliver a seamless shopping experience for thousands of customers. Key Responsibilities: Greet customers and provide knowledgeable advice on our range of products. Help your team reach sales targets while delivering an exceptional customer service. Replenish stock on the shop floor and maintain visual displays to ensure an efficient and enjoyable shopping experience. Visitor Services Assistant/Warden Occupying a number of posts along the visitor route, both indoors and outdoors, youll ensure every visitor has an exceptional experience from welcome to goodbye. Key Responsibilities: Welcome visitors, answer questions and provide information about Windsor Castle and its history. Ensure the safety and security of visitors and the site. Monitor visitor flow, support access requirements and audio guide distribution. Contract options and hours: Contracts run from May or June 2026 to 27 September 2026 (dependant on role). Candidates must be available for the entire contract period. Unfortunately, if you are unable to fulfil the required period we will be unable to offer you a contract. Detailed start date information is available in the candidate information pack. Full-time contracts guarantee a minimum of an average of 28-30 hours a week over 5 days. A limited amount of part-time contracts are available. You should discuss your options with the hiring manager if you're invited to an assessment centre. Both contract types include weekend shifts and occasional evening work. About you Essential criteria for all roles: A commitment to providing exceptional customer service. Good communication skills, a welcoming attitude and a love of interacting with a wide range of people. At your best working as part of a team. Able to work flexibly and adapt to different demands in a busy environment. Able to remain accurate and pay attention to detail when processing information. Able to show initiative to provide solutions to problems. Benefits What we offer in return: Competitive pay of 13.45 per hour Complimentary lunch during your shift Full training, integrated into your contract period The opportunity to join a large, friendly, and sociable team Benefits including complimentary tickets to Royal Collection Trust sites and a 20% discount at Royal Collection Trust shops Vacancy Closing Date: 25/01/2026, 23:55 TPBN1_UKTJ