Gardens and Estate Volunteers Coordinator

Gardens and Estate Volunteers Coordinator

We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and we’re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.

In recent years, we have engaged with more volunteers than ever, and we are now looking for a Garden and Estate Volunteers Coordinator to work with our Team Leaders in coordinating the work of our garden volunteers all year long.

Our volunteers are passionate about gardening, the landscape, and our history, so we need someone to help support the delivery of the volunteer scheme. You will work alongside the Team Leader in Gardens and Estates (volunteers) to assist, encourage, inform, and facilitate the volunteer activities and work closely with the gardens team to share skills and expertise to assist with the upkeep of the outdoor spaces at the Palaces.

This role will help deliver our strategy of being a charity for everyone, allowing the widest possible audience, including those underrepresented in our volunteer demographic or those who experience barriers to support HRP. This role will enable groups such as those in full-time employment or adult education to volunteer at the weekends and support the development of corporate volunteering with our partner organisations.

To do so, you will work in a team with the other G&E team leaders and other volunteer coordinators across the organisation, whilst also carrying out a wide range of garden duties to a high standard in order to maintain the appearance of the Gardens or Estate.

Responsibilities:

• Assist and support the delivery of the volunteer scheme.
• Work with the Team Leader in Gardens and Estates to facilitate volunteer activities.
• Collaborate with the gardens team to maintain outdoor spaces.
• Engage with diverse volunteer groups and facilitate their participation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant horticultural qualifications or significant gardening experience.
• Broad knowledge of garden plants and modern horticultural techniques.
• Good IT skills and confidence in using MS Office, Outlook, and Spreadsheets/Databases (like Better Impact).
• Good communication skills and customer service understanding.
• Full, clean UK driving license and first aid training.

Closing date: Wednesday 2nd April 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 9th April 2025