Leadership Trainee

Gulliver's Leadership Trainee Academy 

Ready to build a leadership career where fun meets responsibility?

Our family Theme Park Resorts are growing fast - and we’re looking for the next generation of leaders to grow with us with future opportunities across rides & attractions, food & beverage, accommodation, retail, guest experience and live events. Following the continued success of our Trainee Manager programme, we’re proud to relaunch this, in its 12th year as the Leadership Trainee Academy.

This is your opportunity to step into a hands-on leadership role within a thriving, ambitious business, based at one of our resorts in Warrington, Milton Keynes, Matlock Bath, or Rother Valley.

About the Role

This isn’t a watch-from-the-sidelines programme. From day one, you’ll be immersed in operations, learning how to delight families and lead teams, make decisions, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

We’re looking for individuals who bring:

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  A hands-on approach and strong organisational skills

  
  


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  Excellent communication and the ability to engage and inspire others

  
  


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  Creativity, innovation, and a proactive mindset

  
  


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  High energy and enthusiasm that’s genuinely contagious

  
  

The Programme

Over 12 months, you’ll develop real leadership capability through:

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  Rotations across multiple departments within the business to include rides and attractions, food & beverage, accommodation, retail and guest experience. 

  
  


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  A tailored industry training programme to build key experience and management skills

  
  


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  Guidance and support from senior leaders and mentors

  
  


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  Ownership of bespoke projects that challenge and stretch your abilities

  
  

Who You Are

You’re ambitious, motivated, and ready to work hard to build your future. You’ll demonstrate:

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  A strong work ethic and commitment to personal development

  
  


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  Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence working with people

  
  


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  A passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences

  
  


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  The drive to progress into senior leadership roles

  
  

Whether you’re a graduate or already gaining experience in leisure, tourism, or hospitality, this programme is designed to accelerate your career.

Flexibility & Travel

You’ll need to be flexible and able to work across all of our UK locations during the 12-month programme (accommodation provided), gaining valuable exposure to different teams and environments.

About Gulliver’s

For over 45 years, Gulliver’s has been delivering giant fun and great value family fun for children aged 2–13. Our resorts combine rides, attractions, entertainment, animal experiences, and award-winning themed accommodation.

With exciting expansion plans and even more residential and “stay and play” experiences launching in 2026 and beyond, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Leadership Assessment Centres

Start your journey by attending one of our open assessment days.  Arrival: 9:30am (All days may run until 5:00pm)

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  8th May 2026  -  Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes

  
  


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  9th May 2026  - Gulliver’s Valley, Rotherham

  
  


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  10th May 2026 -  Gulliver’s World, Warrington

  
  

Successfully shortlisted candidates from the above dates must then also be able to attend a final interview stage.

Final Interview days

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  3rd June 2026  -  Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes

  
  


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  4th June 2026  - Gulliver’s Valley, Rotherham

  
  


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  5th June 2026 -  Gulliver’s World, Warrington

  
  

To Attend

Pre-register by sending your CV and confirming which date you’ll attend and then simply turn-up on the day.  Pre-registration is essential for entry to assessment centre.

The Details

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  Role: Leadership Trainee

  
  


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  Salary: £27,500

  
  


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  Onsite Accommodation provided

  
  


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  Type: Full-time, permanent

  
  


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  Ideal for: Graduates or ambitious entry-level candidates

  
  


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  All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement of employment.

  
  

If you’ve got the drive, the energy, and the ambition to lead - this is where your journey begins

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