Miller & Technical Assistant (RP0084)
Casual Miller and Technical Assistant
Casual hourssupporting school visits Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in term time and occasional weekend cover. Salary £13.64 per hour.
About Us
Welwyn Hatfield Museum Service exists to record, collect, conserve, exhibit and interpret the archaeology and history of the Welwyn Hatfield Borough for the benefit of the public.Our collections consist of archaeology and local history objects including photographs, artworks and archival material.
The Museum Services has two sites; Mill Green Museum (an 18th Century restored working watermill) and Welwyn Roman Baths (a 3rd Century ancient scheduled monument) and we welcome visitors to both.
Purpose of the role
The Casual Miller serves as an important member of the museum team, supporting school visits and regular opening at Mill Green Museum by operating, caring for and sharing information about the mill. Working closely with our Millers, the Casual Miller will have the opportunity to help mill flour on our historic mill and share information about the mill with school groups and the public.
Milling Volunteer tasks may include:
- Leading school visits to the mill, sharing information about the mill and operating the mill
- Working with our millers, undertaking some maintenance of the mill
- Milling grain and packing flour
- Assisting the Millers to keep the mill area clean
- Supporting with occasional weekend cover for opening to the general public
- General site maintenance and technical support
The role would suit someone who:
- Has experience or an interest in milling or heritage crafts
- Is comfortable with physical activity including kneeling, lifting and working at heights
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Is looking to learn a traditional skill from our experienced and friendly millers
- Enjoys communicating information with students and the public
The postholder will have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. As this role involves working with children, a DBS check will also be required.
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Please note we do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK.
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Closing date for applications is 26 July 2026
Remote assessments will be held on 3 August 2026
Face to face interviews will be held on 10 August 2026
Salary range
- £13.64 per hour