Growing Activity Lead @ Growing Well, Cumbria

Organic Growers Alliance; Kendal; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Organic Growers Alliance is seeking a Growing Activity Lead for their Kendal site in Cumbria. This permanent role involves delivering goal-based activities for adults with mental ill health and developing horticultural skills. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in organic production horticulture and knowledge of mental health conditions. Salary is between £27,000-£30,000 per year, depending on experience, with applications to be submitted via email to the Manager, Sinead McCann.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial (organic) production horticulture experience.
• Experience with organic horticultural production and pest control.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver field-based, goal-based activities for adults with mental ill health.
• Collaborate to map occupational pathways to recovery.
• Focus on horticultural skills development, aligned with seasonal needs.

Skills

Commercial organic production horticulture experience

Pest and weed control practices

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Job description

Growing Well is recruiting a GROWING ACTIVITY LEAD for our Kendal site in Cumbria.

Position: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: £27,000-£30,000 p.a., dependent upon experience.

Location: Low Sizergh Farm near Kendal.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside existing activity leads to deliver field-based, goal-based activities for adults with mental ill health.
• Collaborate with Mental Health Support Coordinator to map occupational pathways to recovery tailored to each beneficiary.
• Deliver horticultural skills development, focusing on heritage skills, aligned with seasonal and business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial (organic) production horticulture / market gardening experience, including field-scale and polytunnel.
• Experience with organic horticultural production, pest and weed control practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

How to Apply

Please email your current CV and covering letter to Sinead McCann, Manager (Kendal), at [e-mail]. Deadline: Friday 24th October. Interviews will be held the following week. Further information, job description and person specification available at https://www.growingwell.co.uk/vacancies/