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Current vacancies

Thank you for your interest in working at Waddesdon. See availability and full details for our positions below.

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Job Vacancies

If you are interested in any of our roles please email a CV and cover letter to:

application@waddesdon.org.uk or call 01296 653258 for more information.

Deputy Head of Security

The Deputy Head of Security is primarily responsible for the daily operation of the Security Department, who are responsible for the security of the Collection, the historic and commercial properties, staff and volunteers across the Waddesdon Estate.

Closing Date: Friday 31 January 2025

Interview Date: First round, Wednesday 12 February 2025. Second round, Wednesday 19 February 2025

Deputy Head of Security job description

Maintenance Operative

The Property Management Department is responsible for the maintenance of the commercial and historical properties of the Rothschild Foundation and Waddesdon Estate, including residential and commercial properties. The Maintenance Operatives provide general maintenance for all properties as required.

Closing Date: 5 January 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Maintenance Operative job description

Visitor Experience Manager

The Visitor Experience Manager is an integral part of the management team responsible for the oversight of a seamless House visit and visitor engagement programme during varied opening hours throughout the year, to ensure that every aspect of the experience is taken into account.

We’re encouraging all applicants to visit Waddesdon Manor over the Christmas period to get a feel for the business and to understand in what capacity the role of Visitor Experience Manager functions. Please see the job description for details on how to include your experience of visiting the house in your cover letter.

Closing Date: midnight, Friday 3 January 2025

Interview Date: provisional dates of 16 and 17 January 2025

Visitor Experience Manager job description

Security Officer

The post of Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining the physical security of Waddesdon Manor and its estates consisting of approximately 6000 acres and several external buildings.

Interview Date: TBC

Security Officer job description

Housekeeping Supervisor

The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for thoroughly cleaning visitor and staff areas, as well as our on-site accommodation. You will be expected to work independently and to a high standard.

Interview Date: TBC

Housekeeping Supervisor job description

Volunteer opportunities

At Waddesdon we have over 400 wonderful volunteers and appreciate their invaluable support. Why not consider becoming one of them?

Find out more about volunteering

Volunteers in the gardens

Waddesdon Pathways internship

We have launched the Waddesdon Pathways, a year long innovative internship programme with on site accommodation for those looking to develop a career in heritage.

Learn about the internship programme 

House host volunteer