Hands-On Soft Fruit Grower for Breeding Program

Edward Vinson Limited; Hernhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation may be available

Job summary

Edward Vinson Breeding in Kent is seeking an Assistant Grower to join our Farm team. You will gain hands-on experience across strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries while supporting our breeding programme.

If you are passionate about plants and eager to learn, full training will be provided. Accommodation may be available and you may need to commute to Faversham. Expected start: 1 December 2026; deadline: 31 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in horticulture or fieldwork welcome; full training provided.
• Passion for plants and willingness to learn.
• Ability to commute to Faversham or relocate.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily crop checks and crop walking across breeding programme
• Collect irrigation data and implement fertigation strategies
• Maintain irrigation systems and support new projects
• Coordinate with external companies for IPM programme
• Work with Breeding Farm Manager and agronomist on crop protection and nutrition
• Assist with short- and medium-term planning and allocation of farm tasks and resources

Skills

Passion for plants

Driving licence

Communication skills

Practical problem solving

Computer literacy

Stamina for long periods in polytunnel

Weekend flexibility

English language skills

Authorisation to work in the UK

Willingness to relocate to Faversham

Tools

Tractor driving

Job description

Edward Vinson Breeding in Kent is seeking an Assistant Grower to join our Farm team. You will gain hands-on experience across strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries while supporting our breeding programme.

If you are passionate about plants and eager to learn, full training will be provided. Accommodation may be available and you may need to commute to Faversham. Expected start: 1 December 2026; deadline: 31 October 2026.