ENGLISH HERITAGE

Responsibility

• working with our historic properties, residential properties and collection stores makes for a varied and unique place to come to work
• the English Heritage Open to All and Member Event program is an integral part of the visitor experience at our properties
• its ruinous silhouette inspires visitors from all over the world, from artists to bird-watchers to walkers
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• it is a remote site with the benefit of a spectacular coastal commute
• you will also support the current team of volunteers
• all areas of this role involve developing strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• across the properties in your care you will take a lead role in implementing English Heritage's Sustainability Strategy
• please note that working weekends and bank holidays is essential to this role
• communication and collaboration are essential skills to embedding a culture of incident prevention and shared responsibility
• reducing our carbon footprint is a corporate objective and you will work with colleagues to identify and implement energy reduction measures
• report writing and analytical skills are required to ensure the urgent matters are escalated and don't get overlooked
• ultimately you will lead the development and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems on a portfolio of sites
• one of the most atmospheric castles in England, Dunstanburgh Castle played a role as a stronghold in the Wars of the Roses, but fell into disrepair at the end of the Middle Ages
• this is a unique opportunity for you to work at England's most awesome medieval fortress. Dover Castle is spectacularly located on the white cliffs, on a site boasting almost 2000 years of history
• we keep our sites safe, accessible and operational and we conserve our historic buildings, monuments and landscapes for the Nation and for future generations
• you'll be optimising every opportunity to generate income, achieving all site performance targets, including memberships and retail, through target setting, training and coaching your team in active selling
• no two days are the same, so be prepared to work in a dynamic and challenging environment with some of the best views in the country
• based at Dover Castle, you will work with key members of the site team and HR & Volunteering team to design and implement new offers in volunteering opportunity, with a view to diversifying the programme and ensuring it accounts for current sector trends, the needs of the local community as well as the needs of the site
• you will have the necessary professional construction expertise to develop and deliver conservation maintenance and enhancement projects to the highest standards and in accordance with established technical policy, industry standards and specialist guidance
• you'll also be involved in engaging the local community with what's happening on site as well as ensuring that the site itself and its assets are safe and secure
• we are looking for someone to provide strategic leadership and specialist advice to oversee a national fire safety framework - including Fire Risk Assessments, policies, training and exercises
• strategically the events program is a core element in the delivery of our consumer brand positioning of "Bringing History to Life" and the engagement of new audiences
• you will do this by in partnership with site teams and through effectively leading on the management of contractors to carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs
• you will oversee a programme of Fire Risk Assessments, completing the more complex ones yourself, and manage an action tracker - supporting colleagues with prioritisation and advice
• the Events Department is responsible for the product development, creative content and commercial success of the annual program, as well as ensuring that events are health and safety compliant and are appropriate for, and sensitive to, the historic locations in which they take place
• you'll be optimising every opportunity to generate income, achieving all site performance targets including retail, by target setting, training and coaching your team in active selling
• we would be delighted to hear from you, if you would like to talk to us about this role before you apply, please contact Becky Smith, Dover Manager, on [email protected]'
• working with the Estate and Senior Estate Managers you will contribute to the ongoing review of and lead on the implementation of the Building Services Asset Management Plan for your area ensuring that condition is monitored and contributing to replacing infrastructure at end of life
• as Building Services Manager, you will work across a range of properties from country houses, castles, ruins and modern visitor centers
• your problem solving ability will stand you in good stead with the challenges managing fire safety in the historic built environment brings
• you'll also be involved in engaging the local community with what's happening on site as well as ensuring that the site and its assets are safe and secure
• A remote site like Dunstanburgh comes with challenges, so you'll be involved in the operational logistics and planning needed to bring everything together
• we would be delighted to hear from you, if you would like to talk to us about this role before you apply, please contact Matt Bulford, Head of Historic Properties West Midlands, on [email protected]
• we are looking for someone who can bring their experience of providing excellent customer service and strong staff supervisory skills as well as being able to work independently
• we continually look for new ways to promote the past in a way that is inclusive to all and that celebrates the cultural diversity of England's heritage
• you will meet the Fire Sector Federation's Industry Benchmark Standards for Fire Risk Assessors and be Member grade, or higher, of a recognised professional body such as The Institute of Fire Engineers or The Institute of Fire Safety Managers
• you will be able to demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and also be a confident communicator, having strong interpersonal skills with both visitors and colleagues
• by joining English Heritage, you will be part of a charity that is already on an exciting journey to tell everyone's story
• you will be central to the maintenance of iconic properties across one of our four territories keeping them safe, accessible and operational for over 10 million visitors a year
• we would be delighted to hear from you, if you would like to talk to us about this role before you apply, please contact Sophie Howard, Lindisfarne Priory Cluster Manager, on [email protected]
• you will be based either at Dover Castle or home based and lead on the maintenance of Mechanical and Electrical systems across a portfolio of sites in Kent
• everyone is welcome at English Heritage and we are always looking for people who reflect the diversity of the country today, to help us make it more relevant to the diversity of the people, communities and places we serve
• you can find out more about us and what we do here, https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about-us/ here
• from remote sites to inner city monuments, from regional teams to our Head Office, the diversity of our teams is critical to making sure our heritage is inclusive, exciting and accessible
• you'll find it's a workplace like no other - taking you behind the scenes of these extraordinary sites and supporting you to share your ideas, inspire others and make a difference
• caring for our estate is an exciting and diverse challenge where you will be instrumental as the lead for the development and maintenance of all Mechanical and Electrical systems
• meet some of our People and hear about why they enjoy working with us here https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about-us/jobs/working-at-historic-places/

Trade

• retail
• Retail

Earnings for position manager

Responsibility

• the palace and gardens receive over 100,000 visitors per annum including groups, weddings and public events
• as a Gardener, you'll be playing a vital role in ensuring our gardens are wonderful places to spend time in
• as a Gardener, you'll be playing a vital role in ensuring our gardens are wonderful place to spend time in
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• you'll be playing a vital role in developing the grounds at Witley Court and Gardens
• previous experience of working in a kitchen garden is desirable, along with a passion for growing fruit, vegetables and cut flowers
• we're looking for someone who is preferably qualified to RHS Level 2 in amenity horticulture
• project management, ICT and budgeting skills are also a must for this busy and dynamic role
• you'll be playing a vital role in developing the grounds of Eltham Palace, - laid out in the 1930s by millionaire owners Steven and Virginia Courtauld
• brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, this offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• marble Hill House, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• working closely with our Head Gardener and Kitchen Garden Supervisor, you'll be an essential part of our Kitchen Garden team. The Kitchen Garden at Audley End is restored to its Victorian heyday and run to Soil Association organic standards
• walmer Castle, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• witley Court brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• working closely with our Head Gardener, you'll be playing a vital role in ensuring that all work carried out in our gardens by our fantastic teams of gardeners and volunteers is to the highest of standards
• bedfordshire, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• as a Gardener in our ornamental team, you'll be playing a vital role in ensuring our gardens are wonderful place to spend time in
• by joining our team you will be playing a vital role in ensuring that all work carried out in our gardens by our fantastic teams of gardeners and volunteers is to the highest of standards
• and you'll find imaginative ways of bringing to life the stories that they tell, helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries
• working closely with our Senior Ornamental Gardener, you will be maintaining our 1830s Parterre, Victorian Pond Garden and gatehouse lodges, and 1780s Elysian Garden
• you'll help us find imaginative ways of bringing to life the stories that our gardens tell, helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries
• and you'll find imaginative ways of bringing to life the stories that our gardens tell, helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries
• managing an enthusiastic, dedicated team of gardeners and volunteers, you'll also play an integral part in our nationwide gardens team, helping to train and inspire the gardening talent of the future
• as well as maintaining these key garden areas, you will also support the growing of two annual bedding schemes and seasonal pot displays
• we're looking for someone who is qualified at least to an NVQ level 2 in amenity horticulture and ideally hold PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates
• we're looking for someone with high-quality garden experience and the specialist skills required for this particular site; excellent plant knowledge and horticultural skills; and a talent for leadership
• we're looking for someone with a creative eye; high-quality garden management experience; excellent plant knowledge and horticultural skills; and a talent for leadership
• additionally you'll help us find imaginative ways of bringing to life the stories that our gardens tell, helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries
• you'll know how to ensure visitors enjoy their day out - from sharing your gardening knowledge, to ensuring their health and safety
• previous experience of working in a high quality horticultural establishment ideally open to the public would be beneficial and it would be great if you have had some experience of working alongside volunteers
• being able to ensure smooth running of weekly job rotas and input into the seasonal work plans are also a must for this busy and dynamic role
• would you like to use your passion and creativity to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Head Gardener at Eltham Palace brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• would you like to use your passion for gardening to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Gardener at Audley End House and Gardens near Saffron Walden, Essex
• you should be enthusiastic, have the ability to work to high standards and be effective and efficient when working on your own or as part of the wider team
• would you like to use your passion for gardening to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Gardener at Marble Hill House
• would you like to use your passion and creativity to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Senior Kitchen Gardener at Audley End House, Saffron Walden, a property brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, which offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• would you like to use your passion for gardening to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Gardener at Audley End House, Saffron Walden, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• would you like to use your passion for gardening to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Gardener at Walmer Castle & Gardens
• would you like to use your passion and creativity to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Head Gardener at Witley Court
• would you like to use your passion and creativity to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Senior Gardener at Wrest Park, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• would you like to use your passion for gardening to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Gardener at Wrest Park
• everyone is welcome at English Heritage and we are always looking for people who reflect the diversity of the country today, to help us make it more relevant to the diversity of the people, communities and places we serve
• from remote sites to inner city monuments, from regional teams to our Head Office, the diversity of our teams is critical to making sure our heritage is inclusive, exciting and accessible
• we continually look for new ways to promote the past in a way that is inclusive to all and that celebrates the cultural diversity of England's heritage
• by joining English Heritage, you will be part of a charity that is already on an exciting journey to tell everyone's story

Trade

• installation & Maintenance
• Installation & Maintenance

Earnings for position gardener

Responsibility

• you'll be optimising every opportunity to generate income, achieving all site performance targets, including retail, through target setting, training and coaching your team in active selling
• walmer Castle, Kent, brimming with historic character and exciting gardening opportunities, offers a remarkable setting in which to take the next step in your career
• you'll also be involved in engaging the local community with what's happening on site as well as ensuring that the site itself and its assets are safe and secure
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• you'll be playing a vital role in developing the grounds of Walmer Castle and you'll find imaginative ways of bringing to life the stories that they tell, helping visitors of all ages to make new discoveries
• we are looking for someone who can bring their experience of providing excellent customer service and strong staff supervisory skills as well as being able to work independently
• supervising an enthusiastic, dedicated team of gardeners and volunteers, you'll work closely with our Head Gardener to ensure the gardens and landscape are shown off to the highest standards of presentation
• you will be able to demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and also be a confident communicator, having strong interpersonal skills with both visitors and colleagues
• we're looking for someone with a creative eye; high-quality garden experience; great plant knowledge and horticultural skills; and a talent for team supervision
• we would be delighted to hear from you, if you would like to talk to us about this role before you apply, please contact Maureen Coyle, Property Manager, on [email protected]'
• you'll know how to ensure visitors enjoy their day out - from sharing your gardening knowledge, to ensuring their health and safety
• everyone is welcome at English Heritage and we are always looking for people who reflect the diversity of the country today, to help us make it more relevant to the diversity of the people, communities and places we serve
• the ability to use and demonstrate all necessary horticultural craft skills, machinery use and maintenance to the highest standards are also a must for this busy and dynamic role
• from remote sites to inner city monuments, from regional teams to our Head Office, the diversity of our teams is critical to making sure our heritage is inclusive, exciting and accessible
• we continually look for new ways to promote the past in a way that is inclusive to all and that celebrates the cultural diversity of England's heritage
• would you like to use your passion and creativity to nurture one of the country's most prestigious gardens and inspire visitors from across the world? Then join us as Garden Supervisor at Walmer Castle
• by joining English Heritage, you will be part of a charity that is already on an exciting journey to tell everyone's story
• you can find out more about us and what we do here, https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about-us/ here

Earnings for position supervisor

Responsibility

• this will provide visitors with a second outlet on site and provides the successful candidate with a fantastic opportunity
• you will set and maintain high standards of safety and hygiene and be great at keeping records of these
• food and beverage at Belsay Hall is about to undergo an exciting transformation with the opening of our new Coach House Cafe as part of the Belsay Awakes project
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• belsay, Hall, Castle and Gardens has a food and beverage offer consisting of one tea room with a second cafe opening later this year as part of the Belsay Awakes Project
• as part of the management team you will lead, train and coach our staff to deliver the highest standards of food, presentation, safety and customer service
• the new manager will work alongside the other members of the Belsay team to develop the operational running of this outlet to ensure it provides visitors with the best experience
• you will focus on building the capability of the team, driving results and controlling costs to ensure we make a surplus for the charity
• they will also have the chance to work with the territory support manager to develop the menu at the existing tea room so that the two outlets compliment each other and cater for the site's varied audiences
• you will work alongside the central team to develop and expand a freshly prepared, local and seasonal offer and identify new opportunities on site
• you will understand exactly what it takes to deliver excellent customer service and have experience of supervising a catering operation, delivering staff training and managing team performances
• this role is a full time full year position and requires flexibility and working weekends and bank holidays is to be expected
• we would be delighted to hear from you, if you would like to talk to us about this role before you apply, please contact Charlotte Woolley on [email protected]
• everyone is welcome at English Heritage and we are always looking for people who reflect the diversity of the country today, to help us make it more relevant to the diversity of the people, communities and places we serve
• from remote sites to inner city monuments, from regional teams to our Head Office, the diversity of our teams is critical to making sure our heritage is inclusive, exciting and accessible
• we continually look for new ways to promote the past in a way that is inclusive to all and that celebrates the cultural diversity of England's heritage

Earnings for position food and beverage manager

Responsibility

• visitor assistant staff to deliver £280,000 retail income p.a

Requirements

• an excellent communicator with the confidence and ability to represent the charity
• committed to continuous personal development
• able to establish and cultivate effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers
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• analytical and numerate, with the ability to assimilate information quickly and accurately
• familiar with principles of visual merchandising, inventory management and retail operations
• managing a retail outlet, preferably within a visitor attraction and/or charity environment
• leading a diverse team to deliver consistently high standards of visitor experience
• generating profit by meeting revenue targets and controlling costs

Earnings for position retail manager