Community, Participation & Volunteering Manager

NATIONAL TRUST; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heritage organization in United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic individual to engage with local communities at multiple cherished heritage locations. You'll work closely with the Community and Volunteering coordinator, leading initiatives that prioritize local involvement. The role offers a chance to thrive in the scenic Thames Valley, renowned for its historic homes and outdoor activities, providing a fulfilling career opportunity in a picturesque environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with local communities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a community-first approach to engage with local voices.
• Collaborate with the Community, Participation & Volunteering coordinator.

Job description

**Important notice**

In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape how we work with and alongside local communities at three of our much-loved places: Basildon Park, Greys Court, and Nuffield Place.

What it's like to work here

Working in a team of two with the Community, Participation & Volunteering coordinator , you'll report into the General Manager.

The Thames Valley is a major tourist destination, with historic houses, parks and gardens, cycling, walking and boating on the river. It’s a beautiful area in which to live and work, with numerous small villages and towns in the countryside, yet good transport links to London by train and close to the east-west M4 motorway. The nearby thriving town of Reading with its range of housing types and prices, university and sporting facilities is the most important source for local visitors coming to the National Trust properties in this area. Basildon Park is just 12 miles from Greys Court, with nearby Nuffield Place – the third in the group, forming a close triangle of properties spilling out north across the valley.

What you'll be doing

You’ll lead a community-first approach—ensuring that local voices, exper...