Gardener & Youth Engagement Worker – Part-Time

YMCA Leicestershire; Leicester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Leicestershire is seeking a warm, practical Gardener & Youth Engagement Worker to nurture the Roots to Resilience Garden and other outdoor spaces across our services. You will use gardening as a tool to help young people build confidence, learn new skills and feel a sense of belonging and achievement.

The role is on-site, part-time, and offered as a contract. Applicants should be prepared to plan seasonal activities, engage young people in gardening and wellbeing work, and promote

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing development, care and seasonal planning of the Roots to Resilience Garden and other planters and outdoor spaces.
• Plan seasonal activities and gardening priorities that help the garden flourish year-round.
• Create engaging opportunities for young people to take part in gardening, environmental and wellbeing activities.
• Adapt activities to suit different interests, abilities and support needs.
• Encourage residents, volunteers and staff to get involved and take pride in the space.
• Promote environmentally sustainable, nature-based approaches wherever possible.
• Keep simple records of participation and progress, and share positive stories of impact.

Job description

YMCA Leicestershire is seeking a warm, practical Gardener & Youth Engagement Worker to nurture the Roots to Resilience Garden and other outdoor spaces across our services. You will use gardening as a tool to help young people build confidence, learn new skills and feel a sense of belonging and achievement.

The role is on-site, part-time, and offered as a contract. Applicants should be prepared to plan seasonal activities, engage young people in gardening and wellbeing work, and promote