Saturday Farm Projects Assistant (working alternate Saturdays)

Bath City Farm; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused farm in Bath is seeking a Saturday Farm Projects Assistant to manage activities on Saturdays. The role includes animal care, supporting events, and assisting in the cafe. Candidates should be reliable, with experience in working with youth and good communication skills. This position is part-time, requiring 7.5 hours every two weeks at a salary equivalent to £2,592. Competitive application processes are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Organised and reliable individual.
• Confidence to work with farm animals.
• Ability to support events and cafe staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of the farm on Saturdays.
• Look after farm animals and deliver farm clubs.
• Assist in the Roots to Work Cafe.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Great customer service

Strong communication skills

Job description

Saturday Farm Projects Assistant (working alternate Saturdays)

Bath City Farm are looking for a Saturday Farm Projects Assistant to support the smooth running of the Farm on Saturdays, including helping to deliver farm clubs for children and young people.

The role includes looking after farm animals, delivering birthday parties and other events, supporting staff in the Roots to Work Cafe, and carrying out practical animal care and general farm duties.

The ideal candidate is an organised, reliable, and caring individual with experience working with children and young people, and confidence to work with farm animals. Great customer service and strong communication skills are also required.

Key Information

Working 7.5 hours/fortnight on alternate Saturdays (9am to 5pm), with a fixed term contract for 12 months. The Full Time Equivalent salary is £25,919 (£2,592 for 7.5 hours/fortnight).

Key Dates

Closing Date: October 6, 2025, 9:00 am

To apply, download the full job description and person specification, read the privacy notice for applicants, complete the application form, and send it to [e-mail]. Please also complete the online equalities and diversity survey.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Bath City Farm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.