Care Farm Student Support Worker
Cirencester
Location: Scrubditch Care Farm, North Cerney, Cirencester
Position Type: Part-Time 3 days per week 9:30am-4:30pm £12.27 p/h (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
Scrubditch Care Farm, a small but impactful charity located in the beautiful countryside of North Cerney, Cirencester, is dedicated to advancing the education and well-being of adults with additional needs. Through hands-on training and experience in agriculture, horticulture, and related skills, we provide a nurturingn environment where our participants can grow, learn, and thrive.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Farm Student Support Worker to join our team. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive community, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with students to provide general care for farm animals and to complete farm-based activities.
- Engage students in horticultural tasks such as watering, weeding, and harvesting produce.
- Work with students on various activities including woodwork and cooking.
- Assist the Care Farm Manager and Supervisors in planning and implementing learning activities, and help maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement.
- Work alongside Care Farm Volunteers to support students in their daily activities
- Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Health and Safety and Safeguarding regulations.
- Take responsibility for housekeeping in the main building, including maintaining cleaning records, monitoring fridge and freezer logs, and ensuring consumable items are well stocked.
- Participate in fundraising efforts and assist with organising events, including our open days, workshops and outreach programmes
Qualifications:
- Experience in working with vulnerable people or those with additional needs
- Experience of animal care, horticulture, or related fields is preferred.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to Health and Safety and Safeguarding standards.
- A positive, proactive attitude and a passion for helping others.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter, outlining your relevant experience by clicking on Apply Now.
Join us at Scrubditch Care Farm and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students!
