Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship
The Lulworth Estate is one of Dorset’s most iconic estates, combining a rich heritage with a diverse portfolio of historic buildings, residential and commercial properties, visitor attractions, and conservation projects. We are committed to preserving our built heritage while developing the skills of the next generation of craftspeople. Working at Lulworth means becoming part of a team that cares for one of England’s most distinctive historic estates. We value quality workmanship, teamwork and people who take pride in looking after our unique properties.
If you’re looking for a role where your skills are appreciated, your work makes a visible difference and every day brings something a little different, this is the place for you.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to begin a career in traditional and modern joinery, working alongside our experienced in-house buildings team. As a Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice (Joinery Pathway), you will develop the practical skills and technical knowledge required to become a competent bench joiner. You will learn to manufacture, repair and install a wide range of bespoke timber products while studying towards your nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification with Coastland College.
Working under the guidance of our skilled joiner, you will gain experience producing high-quality joinery for the Estate’s historic buildings, residential properties, commercial premises and visitor facilities.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has an interest in woodworking, joinery or traditional crafts.
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
• Has good attention to detail and takes pride in producing quality work.
• Is reliable, punctual and willing to learn.
• Can follow instructions while developing confidence to work independently.
• Demonstrates good teamwork and communication skills.
• Is committed to completing the apprenticeship programme.
Throughout the apprenticeship you will develop skills including:
• Safe use of woodworking hand tools and machinery.
• Timber selection and preparation.
• Setting out and marking techniques.
• Manufacturing bespoke joinery components.
• Traditional and modern timber joints.
• Assembly and finishing techniques.
• Installation principles.
• Interpretation of technical drawings.
• Quality assurance and problem solving.
• Health, safety and environmental awareness.
• Professional behaviours expected within the construction industry.
This is a full time role, working 5 days/39 hours per week, with one day per week at college during term time. Applicants must be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship (24 months). You will be required to attend an interview and assessment at Coastland College to ensure you meet the requirements for the apprenticeship.
Please apply with CV and covering letter to recruitment@lulworth.com .If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Vacancy Status: Full Time
MORETearoom & Visitor Experience Assistant
Located along the breath-taking Dorset coastline, the Lulworth Estate is a world-renowned tourism destination and home to the iconic landmarks of Lulworth Castle, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional visitor experience whist preserving the natural beauty and sustainability of our landscapes and estate.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic, approachable and energetic Tearoom & Visitor Experience Assistant to become part of our lovely team at Lulworth Castle.
You will be a key member of the team, supporting the delivery of excellent visitor and event experiences across the castle site, welcoming and engaging with our visitors to ensure they enjoy every aspect of their visit.
This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same and is perfectly suited to those who thrive in public-facing settings and are passionate about helping visitors get the most out of their time here, whilst contributing to the stewardship of our outstanding castle and park.
Your key responsibility will be the serving customers in our on site Tearoom but you will also support the team with ticketing and visitor welcome, care and presentation of the site and special events. Applicants must be reliable and able to work varied hours including weekends and evenings, must have strong communication and customer service skills, the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, remain calm under pressure and have good physical strength and stamina.
In return, we offer a collaborative and lively working atmosphere in a stunning location, as well as opportunities to develop new skills, particularly in care and presentation, guest services, and visitor engagement.
This is a seasonal role until the end of October 2026. Working hours are between 21 and 40 hours per week on a rota basis.
Desirable skills/qualifications: First Aid, Barista experience, events experience, knowledge of history and/or local history.
Vacancy Status: Seasonal
MOREEvent Support Assistant
Located along the breath-taking Dorset coastline, the Lulworth Estate is a world-renowned tourism destination and home to the iconic landmarks of Lulworth Castle, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional visitor experience whilst preserving the natural beauty and sustainability of our landscapes and estate.
The opportunity:
Do you have a passion for events? Do you enjoy variety? Would you like a role where no two days are the same?
We are looking for a motivated and energetic Event Support Assistant to become part of our lovely team at Lulworth Castle for an exciting and busy season of weddings, Autumn events and Christmas experiences.
From setting up beautiful wedding spaces and festive displays, to helping run events, welcoming visitors and supporting our wider operations, this is a truly hands-on role where you will gain experience across every aspect of event delivery within a heritage setting.
This is a seasonal role until December 2026, offering 40 hours per week on a shift basis. We’re looking for someone who is organised, adaptable, hardworking and happy to roll up their sleeves. You will work across weekdays, weekends and evenings as part of our friendly and supportive team.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@lulworth.com.
Vacancy Status: Seasonal
MOREHousekeepers
The Lulworth Estate requires seasonal Housekeepers to work at our beautiful holiday park at Durdle Door as well as our unique holiday cottages situated throughout the estate
Our sites are popular with a wide range of holiday makers and owners, all of whom share a love of this idyllic, unspoilt coastline and countryside.
Housekeeping is dynamic, hands-on work where no two days are ever the same. We’re looking for motivated, adaptable team members who take pride in delivering exceptional results and find real satisfaction in a job well done — especially during the fast-paced, high-energy changeover days of peak season.
Some previous experience of housekeeping to include cleaning and laundry is preferred, but not essential as full training will be given. Applicants will need excellent attention to detail, a willingness to learn, total reliability and a hard-working attitude.
These are seasonal contracts, running until the end of December. Both full and part time hours are available and working hours will be on a rota basis and will include at least one weekend day. The occasional early or late shift will be required and there will be the opportunity to pick up additional shifts during our busy periods.
Due to the location of our business, applicants must have a Full UK Driving Licence and their own transport, or the ability to reliably commute.
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now with your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@lulworth.com.
Vacancy Status: Seasonal
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