Community Gardener (weekends)
Community Gardener (weekends)
£27,022 to £28,744 pro rata, plus pension
Bonnyrigg, Midlothian
Do you want to work outdoors in a beautiful community garden?
Are you passionate about working with people and providing meaningful activities?
This opportunity within our Midlothian Community Hospital Gardens could be perfect for you!
About the project
We support people in our community garden to feel part of something, learn new skills and create a place where people feel closer to nature.
The focus is on creating and managing a programme of gardening and landscaping activities for people on community payback orders to participate in. We support a maximum of four people at a time to help create and maintain a beautiful space for the hospital and the local community to enjoy.
About the role
You’ll work closely with those on community payback orders and community volunteers to:
- Contribute to the design and maintenance of the garden
- Support those on community payback orders to learn new skills
- Help create a community space where everyone feels welcome
About you
We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest and knowledge of gardening and working in the outdoors. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, enjoy working with people and be able to inspire and motivate, while maintaining strong professional boundaries.
There will be great opportunities for you to learn and develop, while sharing your skills and experiences.
How we’ll support you
Although the role largely involves lone working, you’ll be part of an experienced, knowledgeable team, with a supportive manager. You’ll also have access to wider Cyrenians support, including our learning programme, and staff wellbeing services.
About us
At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness by taking a Public Health Approach to Homelessness Prevention. We take a values-led and relationships-based approach to delivering all our services.
You can find out more about our impact and our values online.
Application Notes
Closing date: Monday 27th of April 12:00 noon
Interviews will be held during the week commencing Monday 4 May
CV's will not be accepted
How to Apply
Step 1
Download the application form below
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Step 2
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Step 3
Upload your completed application form using our online submission tool
Related Downloads
Recruitment Pack PDF, 456KB Recruitment Pack
Job Description PDF, 106KB Job Description