Jobs
Paid and voluntary opportunities within the therapeutic gardening field are advertised in a scattered fashion, in different regional and sometimes national publications, on noticeboards, and perhaps on various websites and in newsletters. We would like to offer this space as a central portal for vacancies in therapeutic gardening in Scotland. If you have a vacancy to advertise, please send it to us and we will display it here.
Horticulture Manager
ENABLE Scotland
Hazeldene Horticulture, Kilwinning, North Ayrshire
£24,000 , 39 hours per week
Hazeldene are looking for someone who loves what they do: propagating plants, transforming unloved spaces into treasured landscapes, in fact we need you to be passionate about that stuff. We also need you to have the enthusiasm and compassion that drives you on to share you skills and expertise with others and to be a winner when is comes to securing business.
For more information see ENABLE Scotland job pages at
http://www.enablescotlandjobs.org.uk/index.php?id=5&action=job_details&jobid=57
Closing date for applications 19th May 2013
Interviews 27th May 2013
NHS
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICE FOR PEOPLE WITH A LEARNING DISABILITY
Craigmill Skill Centre, Strathmartine Centre, Dundee
Occupational Therapy Technician – Band 4
Salary Scale : £18,652 - £21,798 per annum
We require an individual to join our multidisciplinary team working with adults with Learning Disabilities and complex needs in Tayside. Applications are accepted from individuals with a minimum of HNC/SVQ level III or equivalent qualification in horticulture. This can include City and Guilds in horticulture.
Candidates should have good communication skills, have experience of engaging people within vocational placement activities and have good team working skills. The successful applicant will work within this established and valued Occupational Therapy service for people with a Learning Disability. Regular supervision, peer and team support plus encouragement of innovative practice make this post attractive.
The post holder will be expected to be involved in work based/vocational training activities and interventions. To aid in leading and developing the current Occupational Therapy vocational service through the media of horticulture, and aid in leading the Occupational Therapy Vocational Team, within their role, supporting people with a wide range of Learning Disabilities with complex needs/challenging behaviours. The post holder will be provided with a package that will include Occupational Therapy induction, Healthcare Support Worker Induction package and supervision from an experienced Occupational Therapist with further training and development.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment
Informal enquiries to: Astrid Smith Occupational Therapy Consultant, 01382 831962 or 831961
Hours of work are: 37.5 Hours
Please download the full application pack from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
Internal applicants: please download the application pack from Staffnet. Please read the Important Job Application Information in the Information for Applicants section.
Completed applications should be returned to recruitment.tayside@nhs.net (quoting the job reference number in the subject box) or to Human Resources Directorate, NHS Tayside, Management Offices, Perth Royal Infirmary, Perth, PH1 1NX
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly.
Please quote reference number - P/JG/75AA
Deadline for applications Tuesday 7 May 2013
Cyrenians Farm – Volunteer Growers needed
Gain experience growing fruit & veg on a 9 acre rural small-holding, whilst supporting the work of the Edinburgh Cyrenians.
The Farm, near Kirknewton, to the West of Edinburgh, features polytunnels, field crops, soft fruit areas, orchards, a jam kitchen and plenty of free-range chickens, in addition to a small community of ex-homeless young folk.
Run as a Social Enterprise, the Farm produces and sells jams & chutneys, fruit & veg and free-range eggs, whilst providing valuable opportunities for work experience and healthy, outdoor activity for those who are most in need of it. The Farm is just one part of effective, local, charity Edinburgh Cyrenians, who work with the homeless and marginalised.
But supporting these opportunities takes time – so the Farm relies on a small band of volunteers to help keep production on track. The two main roles are helping with fruit & veg growing, and cooking jams and chutneys in the fully equipped kitchen.
At this busy point of the year, the Farm would greatly benefit from additional regular volunteers in these areas, and also to help with general DIY around the Farm. So if you fancy making a difference, working with others in a lovely rural setting, please get in touch:
www.cyreniansfarm.org.uk
stephenmcneil@cyrenians.org.uk
0131 333 5202
Biodynamic/Organic Gardener
Loch Arthur is looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic gardener, with the confidence and experience to oversee our biodynamic gardens and work in our horticultural workshop with a diverse group of people.
Loch Arthur is a Camphill Community situated in the South-West of Scotland, 7 miles from Dumfries. It is a land based Community inspired by the insights and philosophy of Rudolf Steiner. At present 72 people (including families with children, adults with learning disabilities, and volunteers from many countries) live in 7 households on 500 acres of land. We have a biodynamic farm and garden, a creamery, a new farm shop and cafe, a bakery, a woodworkshop and a weavery.
The gardener will have the opportunity to live as part of the Community or join us on an employed basis. The garden resources include a 500m² greenhouse, garden workshop, compost barn, walled garden, and 1 hectare available for vegetable production. Initially you will work alongside our existing lead gardener as an introduction to the garden workshop which aims to create a balance between production and providing purposeful work for all, in a creative, safe and inclusive environment.
To apply please send us your cv with a covering letter, or contact us at the address below for further details. More information about our Community is available on our website www.locharthur.org.uk
Contact Pat Parker
Email: garden@locharthur.org.uk
Tel: 01387 760516
Sessional Community Gardeners Required!
Are you a skilled gardener with a good eye for design?
Do you have experience working with volunteers or community groups?
Urban Roots is looking to increase its pool of sessional workers for our many diverse projects across the Southside.
We need reliable people who are skilled and knowledgeable gardeners, with experience of supporting volunteers or working with communities to join our busy team. Projects may be short to long term, half a day or 3 days a week – so you also need to be flexible!
You may be responsible for engaging and supporting groups, designing and developing gardens, leading workshops on growing and developing organisational capacity.
A horticulture qualification or similar is not considered essential but may be useful. Please note that all Urban Roots projects operate under organic principles and methods.
Benefits
All Urban Roots sessional workers are paid at £11 per hour, with time for preparation, planning and evaluation also accounted for.
CVs should be sent to abi@urbanroots.org.uk by April 10th 2013.
For more info please contact 0141 613 2766
Summer Market Gardener Placements
Are you looking to gain employment in community growing or local food?
Do you need practical experience on a working project?
Urban Roots is looking for reliable people who are competent and confident gardeners to join our busy team on our market garden. You will be responsible for all aspects of propagation and plant care relating to the planting plan, and for harvesting, packing and delivering produce to local shops. You may at times be asked to coordinate volunteers in the garden, or show around visitors to the site.
You should have a good working knowledge of practical horticulture along with a friendly approachable manner. A horticulture qualification or similar is not considered essential but may be useful. You should be able to work for 2 days per week between May – September.
Benefits
This is an unpaid role, although you will be subsidised as follows:
- Travel fares refunded
- Veg box to take away each week
- Cooked lunch or paid for lunch each day worked
You will of course also gain valuable experience in the local food sector, and will have the added benefit of an up to date working reference.
CVs should be sent to abi@urbanroots.org.uk by April 10th 2013.
For more info please contact 0141 613 2766
Trellis, the national charity for therapeutic gardening, would like to recruit a Garden Project Coordinator To develop the Therapeutic Community Garden at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. Fixed-term post for 8 months, approximately 21.5 hours/week.
To help volunteers, staff & patients build on their initial success to create a vibrant, well-used garden that promotes good health. This will include helping the group formalise their structure, agreeing a plan for the site & its sustainability, writing funding bids, and encouraging more people to get involved.
Essential experience: work with community horticulture projects, project management and working with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will work from home and on site at Ninewells. This is a partnership project with NHS Tayside and the Green Exercise Partnership.
Application by letter and CV to Trellis. Salary, £20K pro rata.
Closing date: Fri 8th March 2013.
Interviews: Thurs 21st March.
For a job application click here
For further details: info@trellisscotland.org.uk T: 01738 624 348.
Supported by: NHS Tayside Cash4Communities, The Green Exercise Partnership. Trellis (The Scottish Therapeutic Gardening Network), Company no: 299227; Scottish Charity no: SC037429.
Hospitalfield Organic Produce Enterprise Trust would like to recruit
PART-TIME GARDENER
Additional gardener required 16 hours per week for a charitable organic garden in Arbroath. Some experience required and any qualifications would be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be working alongside adults with learning disabilities and will therefore have to undergo a PVG Disclosure check.
Phone 01241 872614 for an application form which must be returned by 11th March 2013.
Hospitalfield Organic Produce Enterprise Trust
Registered Scottish Charity No 020928
Green Routes
Vacancy – Sessional Horticultural Tutor
Green Routes is a social enterprise and charity established in 2007 to provide high quality training and work experience in horticulture to young adults with learning disabilities. The training takes place in an organically managed working garden which offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities. Our aim is to build a positive learning environment where people with additional support needs realise their potential and become equipped to make positive contributions to their communities. We are based in the walled garden at Gartmore House in the village of Gartmore, West Stirlingshire.
Job Description
This is a sessional post to assist in delivering horticultural training to students with additional support needs. The successful applicant will be required to step in at short notice to cover for holidays, sickness, and other absences. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the project.
Key Tasks
-To deliver appropriate hands on horticultural training to young adults with additional support needs, in accordance with agreed lesson plans.
-Comply with Health and Safety requirements, and ensure all training delivered takes place in a safe environment, and that the students have the appropriate, tools and equipment to carry out their training.
-Carry out risk assessments for each activity within the lesson.
-To maintain tools and equipment in a safe working condition.
- As appropriate, to contribute to individual student assessments and reviews.
Person Specification
- Previous experience of delivering horticultural training to SVQ 1 and SVQ 2 standard.
- Ability to work with small groups and individuals to complete practical training activities.
- Good timekeeping, record keeping and organisational ability.
- Good personal communication skills and ability to motivate students.
- Previous experience of working with people with additional support needs is desirable.
- Experience of working with volunteers is also desirable.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a PVG.
For further info or to apply, please contact or send CV to gforster@greenroutes.org.uk
Volunteer Coordinator – Amisfield Walled Garden, East Lothian
Full time post, funded to March 2014
Salary £21500 per annum
Average of 37 hrs. per week
We require a practical, motivated person to assist the board of directors in revitalising the historic walled garden into productive use.
You will manage and supervise the volunteers including students, trainees and those seeking re-entry to the workplace or social/therapeutic benefits.
You will promote the project in the community, and contribute to the formation and delivery of the Garden’s events programme and fund-raising, including open days and workshops.
You will be expected to liaise with health, education and other organisations to provide opportunities for placements.
You will be expected to devise and implement volunteer training in horticulture and associated fields.
You will also ensure the fulfilment of all health, safety, COSHH, pesticide and other regulations as affect the operations of the Garden.
Flexibility in working hours is required, to fit with the demands of the horticultural season. The post involves some evening and weekend work, for which time off in lieu is offered. Own transport would be beneficial.
This project is being part-financed by the Scottish Government and the European Community Tyne Esk Leader 2007-2013 programme, and by the Robertson Trust.
This post is subject to a check through the PVG Scheme.
Closing date is Friday 22nd February 2013
Interviews will take place week beginning March 4th 2013
Application packs are available from the website www.amisfield.org.uk
Scottish Charity No SCO29412.
ASA Recruitment is looking to recruit a Gardener to take forward a community garden project based in South West Glasgow.
The overall objectives of the project are to provide the facilities and training to encourage local people to grow their own fruit and vegetables, keep active and cook and eat a healthy diet through a sustainable growing project within the community garden.
To take this project forward, it is essential that the successful candidate is enthusiastic and knowledgeable. You will have a recognised horticulture qualification or be able to demonstrate wide experience in this field and have experience of working with and managing community volunteers.
The role is 17.5 hours per week but the hours will be variable with regular evening and weekend work required. Additional flexibility over the winter months is essential and the post is funded until March 2015.
Successful applicants will require a PVG and reference check.
Please send your CV to caglasgow@asarecruitment.co.uk marked Community Gardener in the title.
The Hidden Gardens, Glasgow
Help Yourself Grow: Therapeutic Gardening Training Officer
Hours: minimum of 3.5hrs per week (Mondays)
Initially fixed term contract from February-May 2013
Salary £18,500 pro rata
Help Yourself Grow, (gardening) is a partnership initiative with The Hidden Gardens, Fairdeal and other key partners. The therapeutic gardening training officer’s role is to co-productively deliver practical gardening skills to participants with a learning disability. We are currently looking for a therapeutic gardening training officer with experience of working with young people and adults with a learning disability. Excellent knowledge and practical skills in horticulture and gardening is essential. More information about Help Yourself Grow can be found at www.thehiddengardens.org.uk and also www.fair-deal.org
For further information and an application pack, please contact: info@thehiddengardens.org.uk
Closing date Friday 25th January 2013
Interviews to be held week beginning Monday 4 February 2013
A sanctuary gardens dedicated to peace The Hidden Gardens, Tramway, 25 Albert Drive, Glasgow, G41 2PE t: 0141 433 2722
Occupational Therapy Service For People With A Learning Disability
Craigmill Skill Centre, Dundee
Occupational Therapy Technician – Band 4
Salary Scale : £18,652 - £21,798 per annum
Hours of work are: 37.5 hours per week
Applications are invited from individuals with a minimum of HND/SVQ level IV or equivalent qualification in horticulture.
Candidates should be flexible, have good communication skills, have experience of engaging people within vocational placement activities and have good team working skills. The successful applicant will work within this established and valued Occupational Therapy service for people with a Learning Disability. Regular supervision, peer and team support plus encouragement of innovative practice make this post attractive.
The post holder will be expected to be involved in work based/vocational training activities and interventions. To aid in leading and developing the current Occupational Therapy vocational service through the media of horticulture, and aid in leading the Occupational Therapy Vocational Team, within their role, supporting people with a wide range of Learning Disabilities with complex needs/challenging behaviours. The post holder will be provided with a package that will include induction and supervision from an experienced Occupational Therapist with further training and development. You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Informal inquiries or visit requests to Astrid Smith Occupational Therapy Consultant, 01382 831962 or 831961
Please download the full application pack from www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk
Internal applicants: please download the application pack from Staffnet.
Please read the Important Job Application Information in the Information for Applicants section.
Completed applications should be returned to recruitment.tayside@nhs.net (quoting the job reference number in the subject box. or to Human Resources Directorate, NHS Tayside, Management Offices, Perth Royal Infirmary, Perth, PH1 1NX
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly.
Please quote reference number – P/JG/75A
Closing date for receipt of completed application forms – Thursday, 6 December 2012
For horticultural jobs across the UK try Horticulture Jobs online at www.horticulturejobs.co.uk
