Job Description

Job opportunity - Assistant Grower

This is a full time permanent job on our diverse and vibrant regenerative farm. You will be a key part of a dynamic and supportive team in a growing business, covering most aspects of production in a commercial mixed veg growing business. Candidates will be subject to criminal disclosure check.

Salary: 12.60 per hour

Please submit a CV and cover letter.

Closing Date for Applications Monday 4th October 18.00 hours

Hours, Pay and Holiday:

5 days (40 hours) per week in summer, 4 days (28 hours) per week in winter

This includes half an hour paid break. Half an hour unpaid lunch break is added.

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Main duties:

Assisting the Farm Lead in field scale and protected cropping operations All days Responsibility for all aspects of growing market garden crops, including year-round mixed salad, herbs, courgettes etc. This primarily includes ground preparation, planting, weed and pest control, irrigation and harvest Managing the supply of these crops to meet demand for continuity, quality and freshness throughout their respective seasons Machine operations including tractor and pedestrian tractor Ensuring all equipment is used in an appropriate manner and any problems reported to the Farm Manager Crop evaluation, record keeping and planning for the following season Development of the site such as putting up polytunnels, help with construction projects and site maintenance in winter Comply with the biodynamic and organic standards of the farm Ensure all risk assessment and health and safety practices are adhered to Assisting/covering in other areas of the farm, packhouse or retail parts of the business as required. This may include very occasional cover of delivery driving. Weekend work across all areas of the farm on a rota (approx 1 weekend in 6)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge:

Essential

An understanding of, and a commitment to, Organic production systems

Good knowledge of the growing requirements of market garden crops, especially seasonal salad, in the UK climate

Desirable

Knowledge of how to grow year-round field scale vegetables in the UK climate

Knowledge of Biodynamics

Skills:

Essential

Competency in the use of market garden tools and techniques

Ability to work at speed in a commercial horticultural setting

Ability to multitask and manage your time effectively

Good communication skills to receive and give complex instructions

Some experience of tractor or other machine usage in a farm setting

Desirable

Competence in a range of machine operations within a horticultural business

Experience:

Essential

At least 2 years experience in commercial vegetable production

Desirable

Experience working with livestock or growing fruit

Qualifications:

Full UK driving licence

Level 3 or above in Regenerative Agriculture or relevant subject

This role profile is not exhaustive; it will be subject to periodic review and

may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking
Work Location: In person