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We are always looking for the right people to join our teams for periods of 3 months to 2 years. Whether or not you see an appropriate vacancy below, if you feel you may be called to Community life, please send us a CV and/or a general application form, and we'll tell you what we have.
All Community members also take an active part in the worship, creative and serving aspects of our life. They are "volunteers" because they receive full board, accommodation and an allowance - not a traditional salary. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a desire to serve God.
For more details and an application form for any of the following, please contact Cathy Scoffield in Personnel at Lee Abbey, Lynton, North Devon, EX35 6JJ, tel 01598 754250, fax 01598 752619, or send a message online.
Chef Working with and deputising for the Catering Manager, you will ensure that meals are produced to high standards. You must be patient, approachable and able to work within and motivate a team which includes people from overseas. We're looking for someone with relevant qualifications and/or experience.
Single or family accommodation may be available for this post.
Catering Assistants We are URGENTLY looking for people with all levels of catering experience to work with our Kitchen Team. If you have no experience, training can be given. You will be involved with all aspects of producing high quality meals for up to 150 guests and Community, working in a dynamic international team.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Youth & Children's Team member Are you passionate about helping children and young people grow closer to God? We'd love to hear from experienced youth workers as well as those we can train. Our Youth and Children's Team work with guests from 2 to 16 years old. The work also involves contact with local schools and planning and leading sessions for Community children. Team members with an NVQ Level 2 or above in Baby & Child Care are needed to work with the younger guests and community children.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Shop Manager To join the Lee Abbey Community. This is a part-time role linked with another Lee Abbey team to suit the giftings of the successful applicant. The applicant will need to be well-organised and have suitable retail experience.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Bookings and Admin Team members We seek people with a friendly, welcoming manner and basic computer skills to work in our Bookings Team, answering guest and Community enquiries and presenting a positive face to Lee Abbey's ministry to the public. Other administrative positions may also be available soon; please ask for details.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Activity Instructors / Youth Workers / more The Beacon Youth & Outdoor Activity Centre is seeking people to join the team. If you have a passion for working with young people, enjoy outdoor activities and want to share your faith in meaningful and creative ways, this could be for you! We offer full training. All Beacon staff are members of the Lee Abbey Community. For more information, contact the Centre Manager at The Beacon on 01598 754248 or visit the website at www.TheBeaconYouthCentre.org.uk.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Beacon Administrator We are seeking an Administrator to act as PA to the Beacon Manager and to cover the reception area amongst other duties as part of a team at the Beacon Outdoor Actiivity Centre.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Gardener The Lee Abbey Estate is looking for a Gardener, to have a particular role in looking after the maintenance of the extensive ornamental gardens including new planting work. Previous experience of pruning and weeding is therefore essential. A wide variety of other Estate tasks will be involved as well.
Single accommodation only available for this post.
Marketing Manager We seek a dynamic and creative Marketing Manager to be part of the Community for 3 years. You will be responsible for marketing strategy, communicating our vision, promotional campaigns, website, exhibitions, advertising, monitoring sales etc. You will have excellent communication and copy-writing skills, organisational ability, IT skills, flexibility, enthusiasm and creativity.
Single or family accommodation may be available for this post.