Job Description

Mission Statement - 'C2C Social Action supports, inspires and motivates those experiencing social disadvantage (such as history of offending, domestic abuse survivors, drug and alcohol dependence or mental health issues) to move forward with their lives and to contribute positively to society'.

About Us

C2C Social Action is a Christian charity working to support individuals across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes to break cycles of offending, abuse, and disadvantage. With a team of 32 staff and a wide range of life-changing projects--including women's centres, a men's hub and housing, community gardens, and other specialist services--we are committed to restoring lives and building hope.

Role Purpose

The role of the Women's Allotment Support Worker is to support the running of C2C Social Action's C2C Grows allotment project in Northampton, working alongside the Allotment Project Manager to deliver safe, inclusive and therapeutic gardening sessions for women experiencing social disadvantage.

The post-holder will combine practical horticultural work with supporting service users, ensuring the allotment is a welcoming and purposeful space. This role also involves helping maintain strong links between the allotment project and C2C Women's Centres and supporting the upkeep of outdoor spaces at these centres.

10 hours per week over 2 days (Tue & Thur 9.30-2.30)

Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature of the role, and in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, this post is open to female applicants only as the successful candidate will be working in a female only space.

Key Responsibilities

Horticultural Duties

Assist with the day-to-day running of the allotment site, including sowing, planting, weeding, watering, harvesting and general maintenance. Support the preparation of the allotment for key events, such as creative workshops and National Garden Scheme openings. Help organise and distribute produce grown at the allotment to C2C Women's Centres. Support the development of outdoor spaces at C2C Women's Centres.
Support Work & Service User Engagement

Welcome and engage women accessing the allotment project, ensuring a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. Work collaboratively with the Allotment Project Manager to facilitate group sessions and one-to-one support. Assist in delivering creative and therapeutic outdoor activities. Actively contribute to the wellbeing and personal development of service users, helping them build skills, confidence and positive routines.
Partnership & Multi-Agency Working

Maintain effective relationships with external partners, including Probation Services, social prescribers, and other agencies. Signpost service users to relevant services and support, as appropriate.
Systems & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all risk assessments (individual and site-based). Adhere to all health and safety requirements, including fire safety and site security. Maintain safeguarding standards, reporting concerns in line with organisational procedures. Ensure GDPR compliance and maintain confidentiality in all areas of work.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Horticultural qualification or suitable experience. Experience supporting people with complex needs. Experience of partnership working with other agencies.
Knowledge

Knowledge through qualification or suitable experience of horticulture. Understanding of barriers faced by women with complex and multiple needs. Knowledge of safeguarding practices and procedures. Understanding of the criminal justice system.
Skills and Abilities

Ability to engage and support women in a trauma-informed and person-centred way. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to assess needs and provide appropriate interventions. Practical horticultural skills or willingness to learn. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Physical capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Skills and Abilities

Passion for gardening and outdoor work. Commitment to collaborative and inclusive ways of working. Emotional resilience and ability to manage challenging situations. Commitment to equality, diversity and professional boundaries.

What We Offer

We will provide the following resources to assist in the successful achievement of the responsibilities outlined above:

A welcoming and mission-driven working environment. Opportunities for professional development. Supportive team culture rooted in Christian values. Opportunity to make a lasting difference in people's lives Regular training and development opportunities A full induction A fully supportive team environment with regular and ongoing supervision 28 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays Pension Scheme with employer contribution Wellbeing sessions The opportunity to contribute to meaningful, values-driven work that makes a difference

Condition of Employment

This post is subject to Adult Workforce Regulations. Appointment and continuing employment will be subject to funding, the granting and maintaining of a satisfactory DBS and 2 suitable references.

Staff are required to ensure immediate notification to their line manager of any personal involvement in criminal justice services.??

How to apply: If you would like to apply, please email your current CV to recruitment@c2csocialac on.com and complete the following questions (up to 500 words per question) by midday on Monday 8th September, 2025.

1.Why have you applied for this post and why do you think you are suitable for this position?

2.Supporting people who are involved in the criminal justice system can be very challenging, please explain some of these challenges and how you would overcome them.

3.Using the job description, please evidence your experience/knowledge and how it applies to this role? (No word limit for this question).

Vetting process will include references and an Enhanced DBS check

Closing date: midday on Monday 8th September, 2025 Interviews: Wednesday 17th September, 2025

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person