Allotment Supervisor

Culmore Community Partnership; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community organization in Derry/Londonderry is seeking an Allotment Co-ordinator to oversee community allotments. The role involves managing site operations, fostering community engagement, and providing horticultural guidance. Ideal candidates will have experience in horticulture and community development, and must be able to handle challenging situations calmly. This part-time position offers 15 hours per week at a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in horticulture with knowledge of organic methods.
• Experience of working in a community development setting.
• Ability to manage difficult situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the allotments ensuring safety and maintenance.
• Encourage participation from local residents and community groups.
• Provide guidance on organic gardening practices.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge

Community engagement experience

Calm under pressure

Education

Horticultural qualification or equivalent training

Job description

Overview: To assist the CCP Strategic Manager in the co-ordination and administration of Culmore Community Partnership Organic Allotments. This post has been funded by LFT Trust for one year. The Culmore Community Partnership Organic Allotments Project aims to promote health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation, and empower residents to grow their own healthy, organic produce in an inclusive, supported community space. We will open the Organic Allotment site at Woodlands Avenue, Culmore in Autumn 2025. We require an on-site Allotment Co-ordinator who will provide practical support, training, and encouragement for participants, including those with disabilities, long-term illness, and other vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Site Coordination: Manage the day-to-day operations of the allotments, ensuring the site is safe, well-maintained, and aligned with organic growing principles.
• Community Engagement: Encourage local residents, schools, and community groups to participate in allotment activities. Support inclusion, social connection, and volunteering opportunities for a wide range of participants.
• Organic Horticultural Support: Provide guidance to plot holders on organic gardening practices, including seasonal planting, composting, and environmentally friendly pest control.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in horticulture, ideally with knowledge of organic methods.
• Experience of working with the community or in a community development setting.
• Horticultural qualification or equivalent training.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations and remain calm under pressure.

Further Information

Location: Culmore Community Partnership Organic Allotments

Application Information

Application pack for the post of Allotment Supervisor P/T can be obtained by emailing [e-mail]

Vacancy ID 1736128 • Job ref. AS/09/25 • Job Sector Charity and Voluntary, Environmental, Health and Safety • Area Derry or Londonderry • Location Culmore, Derry/Londonderry • Salary £11,625 per annum (£29,064 per annum pro rata NJC Scale 5 Point 13) • No. vacancies 1 • Contract Type Temporary • Weekly hours 15 • Published date 19/09/2025 • Closing date 03/10/2025 • Worktime 5 days per week between 9am and 5pm; hours to be agreed on appointment