Location: Bowness on WindermereContract Type: Permanent
About this opportunity
Be part of Cumbrian history and join us on board ‘The Mallard’.
We’re now recruiting for a Part-Time Ferry Host to join Westmorland and Furness Council, helping to deliver a first-class service on the iconic ferry route between Bowness and Hawkshead.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the team operating The Mallard, providing a friendly and welcoming experience for all passengers while supporting the day-to-day running of this much-loved service.
As a Ferry Host, you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of the ferry, assisting passengers, managing embarkation and disembarkation, and maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment on board. You’ll be on hand to provide information and support to travellers, helping to create a positive experience from start to finish.
You’ll receive full training and become part of the wider Highways Operations team, who work hard to keep the Cumbrian transport network moving efficiently.
Who we are looking for…
We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals with great people skills. If you’re a confident communicator with a genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service, we’d love to hear from you.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working outdoors, meeting new people, and being part of a team that plays an important role in the local community.
Join us and be part of a team that’s helping to keep Cumbria connected.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Jim Arundale on 07880 261696.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 5th May 2025
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website - Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.
