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Chichester College Group; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave (28 with service)

Discount schemes including shopping

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Job summary

Chichester College Group, Brinsbury Campus, is seeking a part-time Horticulture Resource Coordinator to manage day-to-day horticultural and glasshouse resources and support curriculum delivery on-site.

You will lead practical sessions, ensure health and safety compliance, supervise apprentices, and manage stock, budgets and orders while contributing to sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Relevant horticultural industry experience.
• A Level 2 qualification in Horticulture (or equivalent).
• Experience supervising groups and supporting learners.
• Knowledge of horticultural health and safety legislation.
• Practical experience of machinery operation and horticultural practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day horticultural and glasshouse resources.
• Support staff and students during practical and theory sessions.
• Take ownership of health and safety procedures, risk assessments and compliance.
• Supervise apprentices and student workers, where required.
• Manage stock control, ordering and resource budgets.

Skills

Horticultural experience

Machinery operation

Health and safety knowledge

Education

A Level 2 in Horticulture

Job description

Horticulture Resource Coordinator

Company: Chichester College Group

Salary: Pro rata of £26,431 - £26,972 per annum (i.e. £21,144.80 - £21,577.60)

Hours: Part-time

Location: RH20 1DL

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 8 Sept 2026

Closing date: 8 Oct 2026

Summary

Brinsbury College is a unique land-based campus with outstanding facilities, commercial growing spaces and ambitious sustainability goals. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced horticultural professional to play a key role in supporting curriculum delivery, leading innovative growing practices and helping develop the next generation of horticultural talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day horticultural and glasshouse resources.
• Support staff and students during practical and theory sessions.
• Take ownership of health and safety procedures, risk assessments and compliance.
• Supervise apprentices and student workers, where required.
• Manage stock control, ordering and resource budgets.

What we can offer you in this role

• A supportive and friendly team.
• A stunning work environment surrounded by 570 acres of stunning countryside with our very own farm, woodlands, orchard and more.
• An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
• We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you.

What you will bring to the role

• Relevant horticultural industry experience
• A Level 2 qualification in Horticulture (or equivalent)
• Experience supervising groups and supporting learners
• Knowledge of horticultural health and safety legislation
• Practical experience of machinery operation and horticultural practices

Our Staff Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.
• Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.

The working pattern for this role will be Monday – Thursday 8.30 – 17.00.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Paul Burry (Head of Learning) at [e-mail] or Simon Reilly (Teaching and Learning Manager) at [e-mail]

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