Gardening Facilitator
| Posting date: | 09 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £3,931.20 per year (£24,570 FTE, Band B) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 June 2025 |
| Location: | Cheltenham |
| Company: | Caring for Communities and People |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 962 |
Summary
Role overview
Are you a keen gardener, looking to start your next big project?
Do you want to share your passion with others?
We are recruiting a Gardening Facilitator to help expand and run our poly tunnel and growing areas in Cheltenham for 6 hours per
week. Experience in managing large gardens or allotments would be great, but candidates who are enthusiastic about getting
involved will also be considered.
You will be responsible for planning the growing seasons, recruiting volunteers to assist with the project and managing their
roles and duties.
The produce supplies our Community Pantry for our members to enjoy. You will also be responsible for maintaining data for the
project, and providing case studies of good outcomes and successes.
If you want to join a close knit team of volunteers, and help to support our Pantry, then click "apply" now!
Please read the attached job description for more information.
About Us
Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to
addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about
the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over
the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South
Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Why join us?
* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)
* Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
* Life Assurance cover
* Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
* Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
* Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
* In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
* We make an Impact, check our latest report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/ [https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]
(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Gardening Facilitator (Job ID 962)
Hours: 6 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £3,931.20 pa (£24,570 FTE, Band B)
Closing Date: 11:59pm 18th May 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working
toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to
the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering
business use.
INDMP
Are you a keen gardener, looking to start your next big project?
Do you want to share your passion with others?
We are recruiting a Gardening Facilitator to help expand and run our poly tunnel and growing areas in Cheltenham for 6 hours per
week. Experience in managing large gardens or allotments would be great, but candidates who are enthusiastic about getting
involved will also be considered.
You will be responsible for planning the growing seasons, recruiting volunteers to assist with the project and managing their
roles and duties.
The produce supplies our Community Pantry for our members to enjoy. You will also be responsible for maintaining data for the
project, and providing case studies of good outcomes and successes.
If you want to join a close knit team of volunteers, and help to support our Pantry, then click "apply" now!
Please read the attached job description for more information.
About Us
Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to
addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about
the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over
the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South
Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our
unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling
your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress.
Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Why join us?
* 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
* Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)
* Enhanced sick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
* Life Assurance cover
* Free subscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
* Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
* Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
* In-house Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
* We make an Impact, check our latest report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/ [https://impact.ccp.org.uk/]
(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Gardening Facilitator (Job ID 962)
Hours: 6 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £3,931.20 pa (£24,570 FTE, Band B)
Closing Date: 11:59pm 18th May 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working
toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to
satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be
compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing
additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to
the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering
business use.
INDMP