Live-In Hospitality Couples - Tresco Island

Tresco Island is looking for couples or friends willing to share a room, in Housekeeping, Hospitality and Retail roles.

Tresco is more than just a workplace; it’s a remarkable setting for an unforgettable adventure, located 28 miles off the Cornish coast in the Isles of Scilly.

With seasonal and permanent opportunities in hospitality, housekeeping, gardening, spa, operations, and more, working here is your chance to develop your skills while immersing yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the Isles of Scilly.

If the breathtaking views and island vibes aren't enough, we offer competitive pay, comfortable accommodation, paid travel to and from the islands, free inter-island boat trips on your days off, discounts across the island and more great benefits. Many positions also offer gratuities and pathways for progression.

Living on Tresco means embracing the island lifestyle — getting out on the water, working amid lush gardens and pristine beaches, and taking a moment to enjoy a breathtaking island sunset. Joining our teams on Tresco and at Hell Bay Hotel on the neighbouring island of Bryher means becoming part of a close-knit community dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences.

Whether serving island-inspired dishes, caring for beautiful beachfront cottages, or welcoming guests with the warmest smiles, your work here will be meaningful and rewarding. You'll create lasting memories — not just for our guests but for yourself.

Why choose us?

Excellent rates of pay

We offer competitive rates of pay above the National Living Wage - all our roles have starting pay of at least £12.25 per hour. Many positions also offer a share of gratuities and some provide delicious meals on-duty.

Perks & Benefits

Enjoy on-island accommodation, paid travel to and from the island, free inter-island boating, discount in our eateries, spa and shops, subsidised spa membership, discounted stays for friends and family and much more.

About Tresco Island

At the heart of the Isles of Scilly archipelago, 28 miles from the Cornish coast, Tresco Island is a family‐run business comprising the whole island of Tresco and the Hell Bay Hotel on the neighbouring island of Bryher. With timeshare and rental cottages, a 16-bedroom inn, two restaurants, a world-famous

garden, a spa, an art gallery, a shop and a working farm, Tresco is a subtropical island known for its deserted bays, aquamarine seas and exceptional guest experiences. Just across the water on the neighbouring island of Bryher, Hell Bay Hotel stands as Scilly’s highest-rated hotel and restaurant. Our boutique hotel offers 25 suites, a 3AA Rosette restaurant, a Crab Shack and wellness facilities - a haven of calm amidst the wild seascape of Bryher's west coast.

Working and Living Here

If the breathtaking views and island lifestyle aren't enough, we offer excellent pay rates, on-island accommodation, travel to and from the island, and a great range of benefits. We're proud to offer competitive pay above the National Living Wage, and many positions offer gratuities. Some positions also offer meals on duty and pathways for progression for the right people. Our range of staff benefits is constantly evolving and currently include a 20% discount in our eateries and shops, unlimited scheduled boating to explore the archipelago, subsidised spa membership and treatments, free entry to Tresco Abbey Garden, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted stays for friends and family.

In order to process any application, we require confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately, if you are not, we are unable to help with the necessary paperwork to assist with this.