Care Farm Manager - Elm Tree Farm

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Care Farm Manager to lead and manage operations at Elm Tree Farm. This role is perfect for those who want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism. You will work closely with the Enterprise Manager to deliver a shared vision, ensuring the farm operates smoothly and efficiently. With ongoing training, career development, and a range of benefits including a contributory pension and shopping discounts, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to community-driven initiatives and support farm development.

Benefits

Contributory Pension

DBS Check Cost Coverage

Access to Wagestream

Shopping Discounts

Wellbeing Helplines

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Passion for community-driven initiatives and supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Experience in managing teams and daily operations in a farm or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the farm, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service to individuals and stakeholders.
• Organise events to promote the farm's mission.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Excellence

Leadership

Motivation

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Professional Qualifications

Job description

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Care Farm Manager - Elm Tree Farm, Bristol

Client:

Brandon Trust

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

We're hiring a Care Farm Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism?

Do you have a passion for community-driven initiatives? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

As the Farm Manager, you will work closely with the Enterprise Manager to deliver and maximise the outcomes of each enterprise, aligning and delivering a shared vision across the site. You will provide leadership and overall day-to-day management of the farm site and enterprises.

We offer ongoing training and career development, including professional qualifications.

Benefits include a contributory pension, coverage of DBS check costs, access to Wagestream, shopping discounts (Blue Light card, EE perks, Costco membership), wellbeing helplines, and a Health Cash Plan.

Key skills required include excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, patience, customer service excellence, leadership, motivation, and the ability to handle difficult conversations creatively and support farm development.

Your responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the farm site, coordinating farm teams to ensure safety and compliance.
• Ensure support placements are delivered within budget and in a person-centred manner.
• Provide excellent customer service to individuals supported, their families, and stakeholders.
• Represent the farm in stakeholder engagements, forming effective partnerships to promote the farm and Brandon Trust.
• Organise events and activities to promote the farm’s mission, including participation in national schemes like Open Farm Sunday and Get Going Trail.
• Lead and support the team effectively, fostering cooperation and a supportive environment.