SweetTree
Job title:
Farm Project Leader
Company
SweetTree
Job description
Farm Project LeaderPosition: Farm Project Leader
Reporting to: Head of Farm Services
Location: SweetTree Fields Farm – Mill Hill (137 Marsh Ln, London NW7 4EY)
Schedule: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm. 37.5 hours weekly.
Salary: £25,500 per annumOur Commitment to Exceptional Care:
At SweetTree, we do not just provide care – we create meaningful connections and enhance the lives of vulnerable individuals. At SweetTree Farming for All, we combine the vast farming experience with the award-winning care and transitional living focus of SweetTree Home Care Services. Our dedicated team has the experience and skills to work with children, adults, and older people with a variety of care and support needs. Our 14-acre farm at Sweet Tree Fields offers a wide range of activities, including livestock farming, horticulture, bush crafts, conservation, eco, natural crafts, and cooking. SweetTree Home Care Services is a leading provider with an Outstanding rating from the CQC. For two decades, we have been dedicated to offering exceptional support and community and home based services for individuals requiring support.We are currently recruiting a full time Project Leader to organise and facilitate a wide range of workshops. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual, who can demonstrate a diverse skill set who is committed to empowering people through outdoor activity.Project Leader key tasks include:
- To design, facilitate and deliver a range of exciting and inspiring sessions for different user groups in different topics ensuring everyone’s needs are met
- Create and manage group activities including nature trails, arts and crafts and cookery activities
- To care for and handle all livestock on the farm
- To maintain and develop different field areas as part of the SweetTree Farm team
- To take responsibility for record keeping including client development, health and safety and land use
- To manage the volunteering programme
- Manage the site growing records, as required
- To manage and maintain health & safety at the site and report any issues that arise
- Building relationships with external organisations, teachers, support workers and corporate volunteers
- To promote the SweetTree mission through presentations, tours or marketing
- To manage the marketing for Farming for All with potential clients including care & corporate organisations
- To preserve the independence & dignity of all Clients.
- To promote equal opportunities, respect diversity, different cultures and values.
- To carry out any other duties as stipulated by the Director of Specialist Services.
Eligibility Criteria:✅Enthusiastic with a passion for outdoor activities
✅Be physically fit and love working outdoors in all weathers
✅Previous experience supporting vulnerable people with a wide range of support needs
✅Able to design creative structured activities to motivate and inspire people
✅Be practical, adaptable, creative and have excellent communication skills
✅Previous experience of organising and delivering group activities
✅Be well organised and able to work independently and as part of a team working towards set outcomes and agreed timescalesWhat’s in It for You?✨ 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
✨ A ‘Me Day’ – an extra day off + £20 to treat yourself
✨ Ongoing support and development, with accredited training
✨ Health & Wellbeing Programme
✨ Discounted shopping & services platforms
✨ Free eye care vouchers
✨ Free DBS check
✨ Company Pension Scheme
✨ Longevity Service Awards
✨ Fun social events (Christmas & Summer parties!)Dress Code: Professional attire meeting health and safety requirements.If you are passionate about making a positive impact through outdoor education and care and possess the essential experience, skills, and attitudes outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the position of Head of Farm Services at SweetTree Farm. Join us in our mission to help clients and communities thrive in harmony with the natural environment while combining farming experience with the award-winning care and transitional living focus of SweetTree Home Care Services.To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. SweetTree Farm is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Expected salary
£25500 per year
Location
Mill Hill, North West London
Job date
Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:38:15 GMT
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