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Housekeeper

Belmont House and Gardens sits at the heart of a 3,000 acre rural estate.
We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking Housekeeper to join our team, working approximately 16 hours across 5 days a week in the main house. An interest in heritage and tourism would be an advantage.

This role plays a vital part in upholding the high standards of cleanliness across our visitor areas - helping to ensure every visitor enjoys an exceptional experience.

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all visitor areas.

Cleaning back areas and facilities to support smooth day to day operations.

Assisting with washing and ironing of the holiday cottage linens.

Supporting scheduled events and workshops, including pre event preparation and post event cleaning.

Following all health and safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for visitors and colleagues.

Working efficiently both independently and as part of the wider housekeeping and visitor operations team.

Deep cleaning in the closed season.

Follow all guidelines with particular consideration to the historical furniture collection and the delicate nature of many items.

Help to trouble-shoot any maintenance issues that may arise by bringing them to the attention of your manager.

Essential Skills

• Good eye for detail and the ability to work in a calm and methodical manner
• Experience working in a customer-facing role
• Hard working and can self-motivate
• A team player who can also work independently
• The ability to ‘think ahead’ and spot potential challenges and come up with practical solutions and share with the team
• Flexibility
• A high standard of cleaning around a historic collection

Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided. A uniform is included.

Due to our rural location, candidates must have their own transport. Occasional weekend work will be required.

This is a part-time, permanent position.

If you would like to apply, please email your CV and covering letter to estatemanager@belmont-house.org

Closing date: Friday 10th April 2026

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Volunteering at Belmont

Our volunteers play a vital role in bringing Belmont to life, welcoming our visitors, and sharing their knowledge of the Harris family and the history of the house in a fascinating and enjoyable way.

We are currently recruiting Room Stewards for our Self-Guided House Tours which are run on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 1-3.30pm, April to September. No experience is required, just a passion for sharing with others.

Room Stewards

To offer a warm welcome to visitors to the house as one of our room stewards; to provide information on the various rooms open, to provide help to visitors who need it and to evacuate the house in case of the fire alarm. Room stewards also play an essential part in safeguarding the collections and artefacts.

We provide full induction, training and ongoing support for all our volunteers - along with a range of benefits to enjoy.

Benefits of Volunteering

• A chance to become part of a friendly and dedicated team
• Meet people from all walks of life and build lasting friendships
• Chance to enjoy new experiences and learn new skills
• Free entry to the House & Gardens for you and your family
• Free tea/coffee when on duty
• Discounts available in the Tea Room
• Regular coffee morning – Invitations to volunteer events and social activities
• Paid mileage from home address

Whether you already know how you’d like to get involved, or you’re simply interested in volunteering but not sure where to start, we’d love to hear from you.

Please call 01795 890202 or email administrator@belmont-house.org

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If you are interested and would like some information about our volunteering and employment opportunities, we would be keen to hear from you!

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