Current opportunities at The Ditchley Foundation
The Ditchley Team comprises roles and opportunities at all levels across our programme, operations and estate.
Programme Support Officer
Contract: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Deadline: 16th October 2026
Under the direction and day to day supervision of the Senior Programme Support Officer, the Programme Support Officer will work with members of the wider team to deliver a programme of events around four key themes: geopolitics, technology and democracy, education and democracy, and climate and energy. Alongside specific conferences and other sessions, the postholder will be expected to play a significant role as a member of the programme support team delivering major events such as the Annual Lecture. The postholder will also be required to assist with general administrative support.
View full job descriptionMaintenance Assistant
Contract: Full time (40 hrs per week)
Deadline: 20th October 2026
The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Assistant is to support the Estates Team leader and the Head of Estates, in delivering a planned / preventative maintenance programme for the Ditchley Estate, mansion, grounds, and outlying properties. This will include, general repairs, planned maintenance, building development, project work, and responding to any emergencies as they arise. The maintenance assistant will form part of the collective team referred to as the “Estates team”. The primary purpose of the Estates Team is to ensure the house, grounds and additional Foundation properties are kept safe, secure and in good order always. This is a key holder position, with accommodation provided on site.
View full job descriptionEvent Relief Chef
Contract: Casual (zero hours contract)
The Event Chef is under the direction and line management of the Development/Head Chef and works closely with the House management team to ensure that Ditchley Foundation guests and visitors have a first-class dining experience whilst eating at Ditchley. You need passion for food and a love of local, seasonal ingredients. You’ll be someone who performs well under pressure and recognises the importance of motivating and leading junior members of staff who may also be working under pressure.
View full job descriptionHow to apply
To apply for a role at Ditchley, please do so via the job description link. We look forward to hearing from you.
The Ditchley Internship Programme
The Ditchley Internship programme offers over 50 students the opportunity each year to become immersed in the ethos of Ditchley.
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