Therapeutic Horticulture Instructor (Part-Time)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house health services

Staff wellbeing team

Staff networks

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a technical instructor in the horticulture department at Wathwood Hospital, part-time. The role supports patients in mental health rehabilitation through therapeutic gardening, animal care and creative sessions on site and in the community.

The post requires 30 hours a week with weekend and bank holiday rotation, plus involvement in the public café. DBS checks are paid by the applicant, and food hygiene training is preferred.

Qualifications

• GCSE 5-9 (A*-C) in maths and English.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in related vocational area, animal care or healthcare.
• Good IT skills and health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic horticulture activities for patients in hospital grounds and the community.
• Support patients and staff in horticultural skills, animal care and environmental awareness.
• Deliver practical, vocational, creative and leisure activities under senior occupational therapy direction.
• Oversee maintenance of horticulture areas and greenhouses.
• Care for on-site animals including feeding and housing upkeep.
• Assist with cafe operations at weekends and with catering duties.

Skills

Effective communication

IT skills

Teamwork

Health and safety

Confidentiality

Education

GCSE maths and English (5–9)

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a technical instructor in the horticulture department at Wathwood Hospital, part-time. The role supports patients in mental health rehabilitation through therapeutic gardening, animal care and creative sessions on site and in the community.

The post requires 30 hours a week with weekend and bank holiday rotation, plus involvement in the public café. DBS checks are paid by the applicant, and food hygiene training is preferred.