Ascott Estate - Jobs in Leighton Buzzard
From roles in Ascott House to Ascott Gardens and across the wider Estate, working at Ascott sees you joining a dedicated team of people who take huge pride in their work. Please see below for our current vacancies:
Visitor Experience Assistant
You will provide excellent customer service within our visitor entry area, assisting with bookings, retail, events, and general inquiries. You'll also help with car park operations and events, ensuring visitors have a memorable experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcome visitors, assist with bookings, and answer queries.
- Process payments for admission, events, and retail.
- Upsell products and memberships.
- Assist with car park management and accessible parking.
- Support event delivery and clean the kiosk area at day’s end.
Tea Room Assistant
You will work in the Pavilion Tea Room, providing a warm welcome and preparing and serving refreshments to our visitors. Your role will include maintaining cleanliness and ensuring the highest standards of service and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with food and beverage preparation, maintaining quality and service standards.
- Provide a welcoming, efficient first impression to visitors.
- Ensure the Tea Room is kept clean and well-maintained.
- Handle visitor feedback and assist with group bookings and cricket teas.
Job Types: Fixed-term, Zero hours
Contract Length: Until September 2025 (with the possibility to extend)
Pay: £12.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted food and drinks
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Weekday availability required
- Expected Start Date: Immediate
For more details or to apply, email jeburne@ascottestate.co.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteers are at the heart of Ascott, and there are many ways to get involved! From helping us share stories about our artworks and gardens to supporting our dynamic programme of events, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and interests, offering a range of opportunities for everyone. Volunteering is a fantastic way to develop new skills, meet new people, make meaningful connections, and have fun!
House Stewards
House Stewards welcome visitors, share Ascott’s rich history with visitors to the House, and ensure the safety of both visitors and the collection. You’ll share insights about the house and its treasures, including Dutch and Flemish paintings, works by Stubbs, Gainsborough, Rubens, Hogarth, Reynolds, sculptures by Rodin, Chinese porcelain, and more! We’re looking for friendly individuals with a passion for history, heritage, art, and engaging with people.
Buggy Drivers
Buggy Drivers play a key role in supporting the visitor experience. You’ll be responsible for transporting visitors between the Welcome Kiosk and the house while sharing interesting facts about Ascott’s history and gardens. You’ll also conduct vehicle checks to ensure the shuttle runs smoothly. We’re looking for confident, friendly drivers with a clean UK driving license who enjoy engaging with visitors.
Visitor Engagement Volunteers
Visitor Engagement Volunteers support daily operations and our exciting public events programme, helping create a welcoming atmosphere. Tasks include visitor orientation, event stewarding, collecting feedback, supporting family activities, answering queries, and even leading tours! We’re looking for friendly, communicative individuals and will match tasks to your preferences.
Gardens Volunteer
As a Gardens Volunteer, you’ll help maintain the beautiful gardens at Ascott. Tasks include planting, weeding, trimming hedges, caring for plants, supporting seasonal projects, and engaging with visitors about the gardens. We’re looking for individuals with a passion for nature and gardening, and a desire to contribute to Ascott’s stunning outdoor spaces.
Marketing Volunteer
Help us spread the word and boost engagement through our social channels (Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn) and website. You'll assist with creating content, writing blogs, researching topics, and supporting online campaigns. We’re looking for creative thinkers who can bring fresh ideas and help us build our online presence.
Volunteer Photographer
Help us capture the magic of Ascott through photography and videography, working towards set or agreed briefs. Whether you’re a professional, a hobbyist, or looking to hone your skills in photography, we’d love your help capturing special moments, especially during events. Your photos will be credited to you and shared with a wide audience.
If you have any enquiries, or would like to start your volunteering journey, we'd love to hear from you! Please email info@ascottestate.co.uk