Horticulture Apprentice: Sustainable Farm & Community

TCV Partnership; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

The Conservation Volunteers is seeking a horticulture apprentice to support the Acorn Farm project in the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. The role is fixed-term until 30 September 2027, with learning and skills development as the focus during winter and spring 2027 and involvement in community education activities in summer 2027.

Responsibilities span greenhouse preparation, plant propagation, maintenance of tropical plants, welcoming the public, and running learning events for

Responsibilities

• a) Support the Acorn Farm team in the development and commissioning of the new facility.
• b) Preparation of greenhouses, beds and planters for the growing season.
• c) Growing vegetable plants from seed, planting out and caring for them.
• d) Helping to plant and maintain a range of tropical fruit plants in the main dome.
• e) Learning the daily maintenance of greenhouse plants including watering and ventilation.
• f) Helping to welcome the public to the Acorn Farm.
• g) Helping to run learning events for visiting school and community groups.
• h) Delivering practical horticultural projects and helping to lead volunteers.
• i) Assisting in the planning of projects, including helping to prepare materials and tools.
• j) Learning about and maintaining good standards of health and safety.
• k) Attend training sessions to learn about horticulture and gardening.

Job description

The Conservation Volunteers is seeking a horticulture apprentice to support the Acorn Farm project in the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. The role is fixed-term until 30 September 2027, with learning and skills development as the focus during winter and spring 2027 and involvement in community education activities in summer 2027.

Responsibilities span greenhouse preparation, plant propagation, maintenance of tropical plants, welcoming the public, and running learning events for