Community Garden Activity Lead - Nephra Good Neighbours

Action Together; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Nephra Good Neighbours in Manchester seeks an enthusiastic Community Garden Activity Lead to develop and run the garden on a day-to-day basis, blending horticulture, activity delivery and volunteer support.

You will plan seasonal activities, engage with local residents and groups, and help develop new opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and learn from the garden. This is a part-time, fixed-term role with 12 months’ duration and a £15.00 hourly rate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate volunteers and activities for the community garden.
• Plan and deliver seasonal gardening activities.
• Support volunteers and community groups.
• Assist in administration and future session planning.

Job description

NEPHRA is looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and community-minded Community Garden Activity Lead to take responsibility for the day-to-day development and use of our community garden. This is a varied, hands-on role combining horticulture, activity delivery, volunteer support, community engagement and site development.

The successful candidate will help ensure that the garden is a productive, welcoming and well-maintained community space. They will plan and deliver engaging seasonal gardening activities, support volunteers, work with community groups and help develop new opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy and learn from the garden.

We are looking for someone who is confident working independently, has practical horticultural knowledge and enjoys working with people. The role will suit someone who can move comfortably between practical gardening, leading a group activity, supporting volunteers, planning future sessions and completing administration. Being enthusiastic about working with people and supporting the local community is a must.

The postholder will have responsibility for coordinating volunteers and activities but will not have formal line management responsibility.

What We Offer:

• A varied and rewarding role within an established community organisation.
• The opportunity to take a leading role in developing a community garden and its programme of activities.
• The opportunity to work with local residents, volunteers, community groups, children and families.
• A hands-on role combining horticulture, community engagement and activity delivery.
• The opportunity to develop new projects and ideas and make a visible difference within the local community.
• A supportive working environment with scope for the successful candidate to use their skills and initiative.

Key information

• Employer: Nephra Good Neighbours
• Locations: Manchester
• Role Type: Fixed term
• Salary: Hourly rate: £15.00 per hourAnnual salary: £14,040 per annumContract: Fixed-term, 12 monthsProbationary period: 12 weeksAnnual leave: 16.8 days per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Working Hours: Part-Time

More about this role

• Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 at 12:00pm
• Anticipated Interview Date: Monday, October 19, 2026 - 13:00
• Contact Name: Claire Walsh, Charity Manager
• Contact Information: Contact us by email: [e-mail] or by telephone on 07716 316026
• Flexible Working Options: Part time
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes