Community Gardener

Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversight of any areas with regards to garden space and premises, reporting any concerns identified.
• General maintenance of garden area, shed and external building at the Log Cabin site, litter picking etc.
• To assist with watering, weeding and planting as needed.
• To keep pathways and concrete areas clean and cleared of debris
• Undertake some grounds work which could include grass cutting and weeding.
• Construction of garden structures i.e crates, supports, border edges.
• Installing new landscaping where required
• Looking after gardening machinery, equipment and resources
• Maintaining boundaries, drainage, and removing invasive species
• Undertake basic repairs that do not require a specialised technician or worker
• To ensure that in all respects of direct operations, relevant policies and good practice are adhered to. These include safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, amongst others. For full information see employee handbook.
• The post holder may be required to attend, from time to time, training, or meetings as required by their own training needs and the needs of the charity. I.e manual handling etc.
• To establish supportive and effective working relationships with other ITMP staff.

Additionally, being a friendly face for visitors to the site, answering any questions they may have, helping out with the planned developments of the garden. The work requires moderate physical effort. The post holder will be required to pack, transport and use resources and equipment as part of duties, which may include some lifting, carrying, and working at height. The post holder will work at our outdoor facility and garden in Wiveliscombe. The post holder will refer to our policy framework to ensure safe and appropriate working conditions. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who is friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic.
• Reliable and committed to maintaining the garden area.
• Creative with a passion for gardening and landscaping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on our outdoor space.
• Be part of a friendly, supportive and dynamic charity.
• Gain experience and meet new people.
• Opportunity to engage in some delivery based opportunities with young people if preferred.
• Ideal for business and corporate groups.