Role: Caravan Park Warden
Location: Cartref Caravan & Camp Site, Ford Heath, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 9GD
Role Type: Part-Time
Start Date: 19 August 2025
Do you have a passion for all things camping and caravanning? Are you looking for an opportunity to work on an award-winning site?
If so…. this could be the role for you!
About our role of Caravan Park Warden….
We are looking for a Caravan Park Warden to join our growing team at Cartref Leisure encompassing all the traditional warden responsibilities and that little bit extra that comes alongside operating a popular campsite. Our role will see you supporting the day to day operation of our site and supporting our visitors to ensure they have everything they need for their stay with us.
What do you need to know about Cartref?
Cartref Caravan and Camping is owned by Chris and Gordon, Shropshire based business partners for over 35 years, who purchased the site in 2016.
Cartref has been a caravan and camping site since the 1970s. Year on year we have evolved the site and continue to do so to always improve the site and our visitor experience. Our site comprises of 46 fully serviced pitches, an amenities block, glamping vintage caravan, onsite bar and takeaway. Our site is open 12 months of the year (including Christmas and New Year).
The role of Park Warden will see you join our onsite team who we are incredibly proud of. We wouldn't have an award-winning site without them!
Let's talk about the key accountabilities associated with the role of Caravan Park Warden….
- Welcoming touring park guests
- Answering phone calls
- Responding to emails and enquiries on other digital channels
- Greeting customers/general customer service
- Bar work including serving food and drinks
- Cleaning and resetting tables
- Site maintenance
- Cleaning duties such as toilets, showers, sanitising, sweeping floors, washing dishes, etc
What experience will you need to be successful in this role?
To be successful in this position you will need a passion for camping and caravanning alongside the ability to work as part of our team in a fast-paced environment. As a Caravan Park Warden, you will help maintain our brilliant reputation by engaging with our guests, creating a friendly, professional atmosphere whilst keeping everything in the park and surrounding facilities moving.
We are looking for candidates who will maintain our high standards of cleanliness and customer service to ensure each and every customer leaves with a positive and lasting impression of Cartref. Previous warden experience alongside general caravanning and camping experience would be desirable.
Our site has a bar and takeaway, experience in this area would be beneficial however training will be available. Applicants will need to be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, evenings, days and bank holidays.
How will we reward you?
- Statutory holiday
- Pension scheme offered
Additional Information
- This is a part-time role offering approximately 20 hours per week depending on the season and growth of the business. Applicants will need to be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, evenings, days and bank holidays
- Extra hours may be available by mutual agreement
- To apply for our position please submit your CV and covering letter
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
