Plant Centre Lead | Retail, Education & Sustainability

Derby College Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby College Group is seeking a Plant Centre Lead to balance commercial success with educational impact. You will oversee plant production, retail operations, stock management and customer experience while supporting learners to develop industry-relevant horticultural skills.

With guided hours but essential flexibility, you will drive income generation, promote sustainability and help ensure the Plant Centre grows as a successful business and outstanding learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 vocational qualification in horticulture.
• Level 2 English and Maths essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant production, retail operations and stock management.
• Enhance customer experience and service quality.
• Support learners and staff, supervise others.
• Drive income generation and promote sustainability.
• Coordinate merchandising and centre growth.

Skills

Stock management

Customer service

Merchandising

Supervising others

IT systems

Social media

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 horticulture qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Full UK driving licence

Tools

IT systems

Retail software

Job description

Derby College Group is seeking a Plant Centre Lead to balance commercial success with educational impact. You will oversee plant production, retail operations, stock management and customer experience while supporting learners to develop industry-relevant horticultural skills.

With guided hours but essential flexibility, you will drive income generation, promote sustainability and help ensure the Plant Centre grows as a successful business and outstanding learning environment.