Seasonal Grower
Capel Manor College
Enfield
- New
- Expired
- Salary:
- £24,617 inclusive of London Weighting pro rata
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 28 November 2024
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Grower to join the team in the Market Garden at Forty Hall Farm, a vibrant and intensive growing site occupying three hectares of land within the farm, demonstrating sustainable organic production techniques whilst producing food for local consumption through our on-site farm shop and Enfield Veg Co, our own local veg bag delivery scheme.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic grower, ideally with some experience of small scale commercial growing. The opportunity is an ideal step to gain more experience in organic vegetable production.
The ideal candidate will enjoy working outside in all weathers, and will be able to work in high temperatures in polytunnels during the summer. They should have a commitment to engaging with the community and in working with the Farm team to create a unique facility at Forty Hall Farm. They will have a demonstrable interest in organic farming, food production and horticulture, and a commitment to environmental sustainability.
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About Capel Manor College
Capel Manor College is London's environmental college, offering a diverse range of full and part-time courses in further and higher education for school leavers and adults.
The College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land-based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to help preserve and protect London's wildlife, national parks and green spaces.
Students at Capel Manor College are immersed in a hands-on, creative and practical outdoor learning environment, with exceptional, industry-experienced tutors who are experts in their fields.
As London's leading land-based College, Capel Manor College has five campuses spread across the capital. The College has campuses located at Crystal Palace, Enfield, Gunnersbury, Regent's Park and Mottingham. Between them, our campuses boast two zoos, a farm, a dog grooming parlour, laboratories, over 30-acres of gardens, and over 200 acres of working land.
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