Enjoy working outdoors with people of all ages? Experienced in supporting people with different needs? We are seeking an outgoing, motivated, reliable and caring individual to run weekly activities in animal care, gardening and nature-based crafts for children and vulnerable adults within our community.
You will work alongside Project Coordinators to help run our Earthworks Project on Tuesdays for people with a learning disability. You will also help run the Children’s Farm Club, lead on running birthday parties for visitors and support the smooth running of weekend activities at the farm on Saturdays. Making use of our amazing 37-acre site, you will ensure people get the best out of their placements and visits and are well-supported to enjoy all the Farm has to offer.
Bath City Farm is a charitable organisation, providing education, training and therapeutic activities to disadvantaged people in the local community, as well as a free-to-access visitor attraction for families and children.
Our mission is to build a strong, healthy and caring community by engaging local people with nature and farming. Our goals are to enable the development of skills and confidence, improve mental, physical and social wellbeing, and inspire environmental awareness. We aim to increase community engagement, offer a rewarding visitor experience, and educate people on farming, animal welfare and food production.
Hours: 13.5 hours per week on Tuesdays (9.30am to 3.30pm) and Saturdays (9am to 5pm)
Closing Date: Sunday 6th March 5pm
Proposed Interview date: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £7,358 pro rata (£20,438 per annum FTE)
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Bath City Farm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and of vulnerable adults.
The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check
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Farm Projects Assistant
Salary:
£7,358 (£20,438 per annum FTE)
Hours:
13.5 hours per week on Tuesdays (9.30am to 3.30pm) and Saturdays (9am to 5pm)
Contract Type:
1 year fixed term contract
Location:
Bath City Farm, between Twerton and Whiteway
Close Date:
Sunday, 6 March 2022
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