Horticultural – Support Worker
From horticruitment
Working For: Newpath Ventures Ltd
Horticultural – Support Worker Vacancy
Organisation: Kings Hill Nursery – 30 hours per week, working over 7 days, including weekends
Driver Essential – due to the location of the role
Short Job Summary
As a Horticultural – Support Worker at Kings Hill Nursery, you will work collaboratively with teams of adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities, volunteers and staff to support, encourage and empower our co-workers. Your responsibilities will include helping in the garden nursery ensuring a positive and inclusive environment for all. This exciting role requires a genuine passion for working with individuals with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities, as well as a willingness to engage in diverse tasks ranging from support to horticulture.
Full Job Description
- Work alongside adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities, volunteers and staff to provide support and encouragement.
- Facilitate activities with people who have learning disabilities and Autism and tasks within the nursery.
- Assist with gardening tasks such as planting & watering.
- Commitment to upholding the rights of individuals with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities.
- Willingness to learn about the specific needs of individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, physical and sensory impairments.
- Practice person-centred approaches to support and care.
- Exhibit strong communication skills.
- Possess a good sense of humour and adaptability to diverse working days
- Genuine passion for learning about horticulture and plant care, with a willingness to share knowledge with your team members
- Willingness to undergo training in areas such as, Horticulture, Safeguarding, First Aid, Manual Handling and others.
A driver is essential.
This is your opportunity to join our dedicated team, come and join us….
We are an equal opportunities employer and we really value our staff and offer:
- Competitive rates of pay – with annual increments
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holiday) with annual increments (up to a total of 33 days) Pro rata for part time hours
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free Accredited Training
- Paid DBS
This private advert for a Horticultural – Support Worker Vacancy is being managed directly by the employer. Horticruitment are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.