Warm, people‑centred and brilliant at building trustExperienced in community engagement, partnerships or participatory practiceSkilled at leading through change with empathy and clarityExcited about inclusive volunteering and civic participationStrategic, curious, collaborative and open‑mindedComfortable balancing long‑term vision with hands‑on deliverySomeone who loves the idea of connecting people to place in thoughtful, inclusive and future‑focused waysCommunity, Participation & Volunteering ManagerLyme is a place full of life, connection and possibility. From the sweeping moorland to the gardens, woodlands and historic house, it’s a much‑loved landscape where thousands of people come to walk, breathe, learn and belong. You’ll join a friendly, supportive team who care deeply about the work we do and the communities we serve.We’re proud to be a place where everyone should feel welcome — and you’ll play a major role in helping that feel true on the ground. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the property, with volunteers, and with a wide range of local partners. Expect plenty of variety, teamwork, and the chance to bring big ideas to life.This role is all about people first, last, and always. You’ll help ensure our communities, partners and volunteers feel welcomed, valued and genuinely involved in everything we do. You’ll put community voices at the heart of our decisions, helping us understand what local people need, want and dream of. You’ll build meaningful relationships with groups of all sizes, champion inclusive volunteering, and help create a culture where collaboration, confidence and participation truly flourish.You’ll also work to open up access by understanding barriers and finding creative ways to remove them so more people can enjoy nature, heritage and culture. Through co‑creation, partnership working and trying new approaches, you’ll help us grow community and participation work that feels ambitious, authentic and rooted in place.On any given day, you might be designing community‑led activities, mentoring colleagues on good volunteering practice, meeting partners off‑site, attending an evening event, supporting weekend engagement, or celebrating successes with the team. This is hands‑on work ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and building something meaningful with people, not just for them.As part of the property leadership team, you’ll guide and influence how we shape our community, participation and volunteering programme now and into the future.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 12 April 2026 To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 173801IRC173801StockportPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Apr 12th 128 mi from 38 The Willows, Broadwater, Stevenage SG2 8AW, UKIf you’re someone who gets energy from people, loves building relationships, and believes that everyone should have access to nature, beauty and history, this could be your next adventure. We’re looking for a warm, collaborative, community‑minded leader to help shape the next chapter of Lyme’s ambitions. This is a role for someone who thrives with lots of plates spinning, enjoys working with a huge variety of people, and wants to make a real and lasting difference.Lyme Park, Disley, Stockport, SK12 2NXCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK30,966 pa