Cider and Apple Juice

Internship Role Profile

Pomm

Overview of the role

Somerset is the traditional home of cider! The orchards of South Somerset Portfolio - Barrington, Montacute, Lytes Cary and Tintinhull have been used for the last 7 years to produce cider and apple juice. Apple Day in October is Barrington Court’s celebration of all things Apple. Open to all, we pick, press, identify and sell. We need someone to coordinate all aspects of the eventand more importantly, be the central point to discuss volunteering opportunities.

This year we need someone to work with the Pommelier to assist with the 2014 harvest of apples and subsequent production of apple juice and cider from the crop to enable you to gain the knowledge to organise the October event. So, not only are you having an apple intensive 3 months, you will also have the opportunity to coordinate and manage a specific event and demonstrate organisational skills to future employers.

From working with volunteers, Head Gardeners and Rangers picking the crop to transporting, sampling and delivering this award winning product, you will be part of the tradition!

What’s in it for you?

  • Becoming part of a friendly and dedicated team
  • Enjoying an inspiring and fulfilling experience
  • Gaining experience of managing a team of volunteers
  • Leaving a lasting legacy and assisting with conservation of the orchards for future generations
  • An opportunity to gain an understanding of the work of the Trust
  • An opportunity to develop skills that will be of value to you through your career development

What’s involved?

  • Taking responsibility for coordinating Apple Day 2014
  • Supporting at events, promoting and selling apple juice and cider
  • Harvesting the crop
  • Planning the movement of apples to be pressed and bottled for juice
  • Assisting with the processing and pressing of apples for cider
  • Working across South Somerset’s orchards with volunteers and staff
  • Assisting with stock control and distribution to property outlets
  • Participating in volunteer training and if requested, in the training of other volunteers.
  • Following National Trust’s Values and Behaviours
  • Becoming familiar with and then following the National Trust’s Health and Safety Policy at all times
  • Giving any other appropriate assistance in relation to the project/role as may be reasonably requested

This role will suit people who…

  • Are physically fit and able to work in a variety of environments
  • Can demonstrate excellent organisational skills including time management, planning, use of initiative, attention to detail, team working and flexibility
  • Have a keen interest in conservation
  • Have a long term interest in the work of the National Trust and heritage sector
  • Have a current driving licence

Extra information

Location:Barrington Court with some involvement at the other properties within the South Somerset portfolio includingMontacute, Tintinhull, Lytes Cary Manor and Glastonbury.

Suggested time commitment:24 hours per week

The work pattern can be flexible with days and hours to suit the harvesting programme with a 30minute break for lunch. Some occasional weekend work will be required.

Suggested length of internship:Three monthsfrom September to December2014.

Training/Resources: As part of your induction you will receive training to help equip you for your role. Throughout your internship you will have the opportunity to develop your skills, and review your personal development with your line manager. You will also have the opportunity to find out more about the National Trust during your time with us.

Expenses: Out-of-pocket travel costs between home and volunteering place will be paid, and other reasonable expenses agreed in advance.

Accommodation: Shared accommodation will be available at Barrington Court. This will consist of a single bedroom within a shared first floor two bedroom flat.

About the National Trust

Our purpose is to look after special places, for ever, for everyone. Growing the nation’s love of special places is how we do that, putting the relationship between people and places at the heart of what we do.

We look after historic houses, gardens, mills, coastline, forests, farmland, moorland, islands, castles, nature reserves, villages, pubs and even a goldmine. But we do so much more too. We run a vast retail chain and a 151-strong outlet catering business. And because most of the work we do is affected by wider global issues, our interests extend far beyond just bricks, mortar and land in our care. We speak up on big issues affecting the coast, countryside and heritage. And all the while we’re welcoming around 19 million visitors a year. It’s a quite a task.

About South Somerset

The South Somerset Portfolio consists of Barrington Court, a Tudor manor house surrounded by Gertrude Jekyll-inspired gardens. The house was the first mansion house acquired by the fledgling National Trust in 1907 and was restored during the 1920s by the Lyle family of Tate & Lyle.

Montacute House and its surrounding estate were home to the Phelips family for more than 300 years. The house is a stunning example of late Elizabethan architecture with huge areas of fashionable, glittering glass.

Tintinhull House is renowned for its delightful formal garden with an oasis of small pools, secluded lawns and borders, fine azalea garden, fountain garden and kitchen garden.

Lytes Cary Manor consists of an ancient manor house, dating from the fourteenth-century onwards, with beautiful gardens complete with a topiary Apostlegarden, orchard and croquet lawn in addition to the wider estate.

What is a National Trust Internship?

This is an opportunity for people looking to gain work experience across different areas of work within the Trust. The internship will be attached to a particular project or area of work, and will give you the opportunity to develop your skills and experience in this area. The Trust has a commitment to support the personal development of individuals who volunteer with us through the internship programme, recognising the importance of work experience to future career development.

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This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract