Location: Thiepval Memorial & CWGC sites in France
Contract: Temporary (90 days)
Salary: £12.714 p/h
Hours: 35 per week, Mon – Sat
Dates: 1 June – 28 August 2026
Accommodation: Provided in Arras
The CWGF Guides Programme, delivered in partnership with Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity, offers a unique chance to live and work in France during the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.
We’re seeking people who will help illuminate the experiences of the sailors, marines, and people of the Royal Naval Division for the thousands of visitors from around the world. While having someone from a naval family or with a strong naval background (including veterans) is advantageous, we welcome applications from anyone who has the ability to research, interpret, and share these stories with visitors from around the world.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Guide, you’ll spend your days welcoming visitors primarily at Thiepval and the Beaurains Visitor Centre, leading thoughtful tours that bring personal stories to life. You’ll dive into the histories of naval personnel, turning your research into meaningful insights for visitors and digital audiences alike. From creating content like blogs or short videos to supporting outreach activities and learning to step into a team‑leader role, you’ll play an active part in helping people connect with the legacy of those commemorated.
What You Need To Have
- Confident communicator comfortable engaging with diverse audiences
- Strong avid interest in WWI & WW2 history
- Enthusiastic about research, storytelling, and remembrance
- Full driving licence helpful, but not essential
- French language ability desirable, but not essential
- Be able to commit to the 90 days in France
- Eligible for a 90-day work visa within the Schengen area (*see how to apply section below for more details)
- A valid passport
What We Offer
- Annual leave
- Accommodation in Arras
- Travel to-and-from location covered
- Training, support, and professional development
- A meaningful role at one of the world’s most important world war sites
- Life assurance and employee assistance
- An excellent starting point for building a long‑term career in the history field
How to Apply
If you believe your skillsets align with this opportunity, we welcome your application by clicking the apply now button.
As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have a reasonable amount of applications suitable for the role.
*We can only offer to people who have not travelled to the Schengen area in the last 180 days (since 3 December 2025 onwards), and do not plan to travel to the Schengen area 180 days during and after this placement (up to 24th February 2027).
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.
