Job Description

Job title:

Senior Facilitator (Farm Operations & Team Development)

Main purpose of job:

As the Senior Facilitator at Little Gate Farm, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operation of the farm and the wellbeing of trainees through facilitation, coaching, and coordination. Rather than managing, this role is about enabling others to lead well.

You will hold responsibility for operational rhythm, safeguarding, health & safety, pastoral oversight, and team development. You will bring people together to solve problems, embed the Skills Builder framework, and ensure communication is clear, purposeful and aligned with our values. Through strong facilitation and calm leadership, you will help foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where both staff and trainees thrive in a self-managing culture.

Position reports to:

Head of Little Gate Farm

Location:

Little Gate Farm, Horseshoe Lane, Beckley, TN31 6RZ

Salary:

31,200 per annum (15 per hour, 40 hours per week)

Probationary period:

6 months

Holiday Entitlement:

5.6 weeks

Contract type:

Permanent.

40 hours per week.

Monday - Friday. 8 hours per day between 8.30am and 5.30pm.

You may be asked occasionally to work outside of these hours, with agreement.

Interview dates:

20th August 2025 - to be confirmed

Start date:

As soon as possible subject to DBS, references and other checks being agreed

Safeguarding requirements:

All employees and volunteers, regardless of their posts, share in the responsibility for protecting our work trainees, keeping them safe from harm whilst they are attending Little Gate and for reporting concerns about any person's welfare and safety.

DBS requirements.

Enhanced DSB check

Main tasks of job:

Operational & Emergency Leadership

Lead the day-to-day coordination of the farm, ensuring it runs smoothly, safely and in line with our values.

Organise and lead tours, visits, and support events, to showcase the farm's mission and impact to visitors and partners.

Supported Employment Link

Work closely with the Supported Employment team to ensure trainees are matched to the right placements and pathways.

Share knowledge about trainee needs, adjustments, and progress to enable successful transitions to work.

Staff Coaching & Development

Provide regular 1:1 coaching to farm team members to build confidence, reflect on practice, and promote shared problem-solving.

Skills Builder & Trainee Progress

Facilitate a strong, consistent skills training programme that develops both employment and life skills.

Promote joined-up planning so trainees experience consistency across teams and days.

Team Facilitation & Collaboration

Bring teams together to work collaboratively and take shared ownership of challenges and outcomes.

Model values-led, strengths-based leadership aligned with self-managing team principles.

Safeguarding & Pastoral Support

Be part of the organisational Safeguarding Team, supporting staff to notice, report and respond to concerns.

Communication & Coordination

Ensure key updates, plans and changes are shared clearly and on time, using tools like OneNote.

Support a culture of celebration and trust through consistent and open communication.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties.

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, including confidence in leading purposeful meetings and reflective conversations.

Proven leadership experience with a coaching approach, empowering others and building shared responsibility.

Strong organisational and planning skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Resilience in fast-paced, changeable environments, with the ability to remain calm, clear and grounded.

Optimistic, positive attitude that motivates others and supports team wellbeing.

Compassionate and inclusive mindset with a commitment to valuing all individuals.

Self-aware and reflective, with a willingness to grow and learn.

Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals (training provided).

Willingness to undertake all relevant training.

Ability to travel independently to Little Gate Farm (no reliable public transport).

Subject to enhanced DBS check.

Comfortable using digital tools and systems, with the ability to learn new technology quickly and independently.

A commitment to empowering people with learning disabilities and autism.

Competency in Microsoft Office 365 and a range of workplace digital tools

Desirable Criteria

Appointed First Aider qualification or willingness to train.

Understanding of Health & Safety and risk assessment processes.

Experience or training in Systematic Instruction.

Experience working with learning disabled and autistic individuals.

Understanding and/or experience of supported employment (BASE model)

Qualifications;

A minimum of Grade 4 / GCSE C in Maths and English (or equivalent).

Application deadline:

10th August 2025 (23:00 hrs)

Interview date:

20th August 2025 - to be confirmed

To apply for this role please visit our website at

littlegate.org.uk

to see the full job description and the link to our application form.

Our Commitment

Little Gate is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please see our application form for more information regarding guaranteed interviews for candidates choosing to share that they have a disability.

Our application and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Little Gate implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced and barred DBS check, and this may include social media checks. For further details please contact Sally Moseley via email at hrsally@littlegate.org.uk.

The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exemptions) Order 1975 applies to this post. Disclosure and Barring Clearance is required prior to employment to this position.

Please note, due to a high volume of applications, we are not always able to feedback if you have been deemed unsuccessful upon review. We apologise in advance should you not be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 31,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: SFJuly25