Vacancies
Horticultural Trainee
Waterperry Gardens is looking for a horticultural trainee to learn about the cultivation and propagation of Alpine plants focusing on Saxifraga. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in Alpine plants. Waterperry Gardens holds two plant heritage National collections, Saxifraga Section Ligulatae and Section Porophyllum. This is an unpaid post and offers an unparalleled opportunity to become an expert in this fascinating group of mountain plants.
If you are interested please email simonwaterperry@gmail.com – applicants will then be welcome to meet the team to find out more.
Apprenticeship Vacancy
We are currently seeking a full-time apprentice to join our team. This apprenticeship will begin in January 2026 and is based on-site at Waterperry Gardens; therefore, we are only seeking local applicants who can easily travel to our location.
We are unable to accept applications from anyone currently in full-time education or still completing their GCSEs.
Applicants must be available to work full-time and ready to begin an apprenticeship programme from the start date.
To find out more, please email office@waterperrygardens.co.uk
Volunteer Garden Tour Guide
Calling all Horticultural Enthusiasts, we have an opening for a volunteer tour guide for our gardens. Are you a season ticket holder and want to get more involved in our gardens or simply have a passion for beautiful trees, shrubs, flowers and classical borders?
To find out more, please email office@waterperrygardens.co.uk
Rural Museum Volunteer
Are you passionate about history, heritage, and sharing stories with others?
The Museum at Waterperry Gardens is looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to join our team.
We are seeking people who can be flexible with their days, supporting the museum with welcoming visitors, answering questions, and helping us preserve and share the fascinating history of Waterperry.
What you’ll be doing (11am – 3pm):
• Greeting visitors and providing a warm, friendly welcome
• Assisting with general museum duties and visitor enquiries
• Helping maintain a tidy and inviting space for guests
• Supporting occasional events and activities within the museum
What we’re looking for:
• Enthusiastic and approachable individuals
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility to volunteer on different days as needed
• An interest in heritage, history, or museums (experience not essential – full guidance provided)
What we offer:
• Volunteering hours: 11am – 3pm
• A free lunch and drink allowance from the on-site café during your shift
• A welcoming team and the chance to meet new people
• The opportunity to be part of the cultural life at Waterperry Gardens
• A rewarding way to share your time and make a difference
If you’d like to be part of our team and contribute to keeping the history of Waterperry alive, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please contact: joy.waterperry@gmail.com
Event Market Stalls
If you are a local fine food producer or craft maker and would like to have a stall at one of our Christmas Markets or on Apple Weekend just ring the office or email us on marketing@waterperrygardens.co.uk
We are booked up now for 2024 but you can apply for 2025.
