His Majesty's Body of Greencoats
Who we are
Welcome to Ascot where tradition meets innovation and excitement is the heartbeat of our business.
We are a destination for over 500,000 guests each year where passion, elegance, and celebration converge and it is our team of behind-the-scenes heroes that bring every intricate detail to life.
As one of the world's leading racecourses, Ascot is renowned for its rich heritage spanning over 300 years. But we are not bound by the past; we're driven by the pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
From hosting our flagship event, Royal Ascot, to pioneering sustainable practices, we are committed to building a Global lifestyle brand, wrapped around the world class horse racing we run.
At Ascot we believe in preserving the beauty of our surroundings and minimising our ecological footprint. From eco-friendly initiatives to community engagement programs, we strive to make a positive impact on both the environment and the lives of those around us.
What we are looking for
We are looking for candidates to join the Ceremonial Escort Guard of His Majesty The King at Royal Ascot as a Greencoat. Those who currently serve in this role consider it to be an honour.
We welcome applications from former members of the Armed Forces, the Police Service, the Fire & Rescue Service and The Royal Household, as well as previous Charity or Public Sector employees.
Greencoats are required to be amenable, approachable, and extremely smart in their appearance. Greencoats need to deliver great customer service elegantly, seamlessly and with the ability to make the guest experience original. You will be interacting with our guests continuously whether it's an acknowledging smile, answering any queries with genuine interest or sharing knowledge.
Please note that the role requires that you will be standing for long periods of time and includes using stairs & escalators.
How often you will be working
We are primarily looking for 'outstanding' individuals to join us from 17 June until 21 June 2025 and on occasion (by request) during the ensuing year. You will also need to be available to attend a training & briefing session held on 16 April 2025.
What you can expect from us
The opportunity to be a part of a place 'Like Nowhere Else' and be part of our Raceday Team.
Uniform and a daily lunch will be provided.
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you
What sets us apart from the rest
We take pride in our commitments to make a positive change for now and future generations to come, whether through our Diversity and Inclusion training or our award-winning 'Racing To Zero' sustainability actions.
Our Diversity and Inclusion Vision
We are committed to ensuring guests from all backgrounds and communities feel welcome at the Racecourse and are working to ensure our internal teams are nurtured within a supportive and inclusive environment. Our mission is to eliminate discrimination and prejudice of any kind at our venue and throughout our business. By educating and implementing meaningful actions across all that we do, we can make certain that Ascot is a place for everyone to enjoy.
As an equal opportunities employer, Ascot Racecourse is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our company.
How to apply
Applications will close on 23rd February We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.
For assistance with your application or should you require an alternative application format, please contact [email protected]