We'd love to hear from you if you have: a strong understanding of community engagement, participatory practice, and volunteer innovation experience in increasing community participation and developing inclusive opportunities excellent communication and relationship-building skills. the ability to coach and support others, and to work collaboratively across teams confidence in using data and insight to guide decisions knowledge of relevant legislation including safeguarding, GDPR, and equality a proactive, empathetic, and inclusive approach Community, Participation & Volunteering Co-ordinatorBuscot and Coleshill are villages and countryside crisscrossed with trails. These two very English villages and their surrounding patchwork quilt of fields, woodland spinney, water meadow and parkland, are just perfect for relaxing and exploring. Perched on the West Oxfordshire border, these traditionally farmed estates spanning 7,000 acres, are crisscrossed by miles of circular walks and family trails for visitors to discover.Click here for more information about this locationAs our Community, Participation and Volunteering Coordinator, you'll support the leadership of our community engagement and volunteering work, putting people at the centre of our plans. You’ll build strong partnerships, create inclusive engagement opportunities, support and value our many volunteers, and encourage community‑led activities that help restore nature and heritage.You’ll support colleagues, champion best practice, and ensure our systems and data are well managed. You’ll work to remove barriers to participation, ensuring underrepresented voices are heard and actively involved.Drawing on insight and relationships, you’ll help shape strategic decisions and trial new approaches to participation, connecting people with places and creating lasting public benefit.You'll support volunteer managers across our properties, giving them the tools and confidence to create flexible, rewarding volunteering experiences. From developing new ways for people to get involved to strengthening relationships with local groups, you'll help build meaningful pathways into our work. Every day will look different, you might be co-creating a project with a community partner, supporting volunteer teams, or exploring new approaches to participation. What stays constant is your commitment to collaboration, community partnerships and ensuring our work genuinely benefits the community.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: 12th April. Interviews 22nd 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. 173804IRC173804FaringdonPermanent p/t (18.75 hrs pw)Ends: Apr 12th Join the National Trust team in West Oxfordshire and help shape how local people, volunteers and community groups connect with our unique places. You'll focus on building partnerships, supporting volunteers, and creating meaningful opportunities.We’re looking for a passionate individual to take on a part-time role supporting our West Oxfordshire property group. This unique opportunity is based on the 7,500-acre Buscot & Coleshill Estate, but spans an incredible range of places, including 2 villages, multiple countryside sites ranging from parkland and farmland to woodland, even the 3,000-year-old White Horse Hill at Uffington, as well as pay for entry sites, Chastleton House and Ashdown House.You'll be part of a team working closely with partners and volunteers to deliver conservation work, improve access and share the stories of these special places. With expanding community projects and new ways for people to get involved, it's an exciting time to make a real impact.This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Buscot & Coleshill, Coleshill Estate Office, Faringdon, SN6 7PTCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK13.74 per hour