Job Description

Farm Project Assistant

Location: SweetTree Fields Farm (NW7)
Shifts:  Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9:30am to 3:00pm (16.5 hours per week guaranteed) Additionaly hours also avaialble
Salary: £13.85 per hour
Contract: 3 month contract

Our farm project team at SweetTree Fields Farm in Mill Hill, NW7 work with children, adults and older people who have a variety of care and support needs including SEN, learning disabilities, brain injuries, mental health issues, Dementia, physical disabilities, and educational exclusion.

Our 14-acre SweetTree Farm provides activities including animal husbandry, horticulture, natural crafts, woodwork, conservation, enterprise, and cooking.

We are currently recruiting a part time Farm Project Assistant to support and facilitate a wide range of workshops. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual, who can demonstrate a diverse skill set who is committed to empowering people through outdoor activity.

Benefits of working with us:

• Flexible working hours that cater to your schedule ensuring a balance of work and personal commitments. Varied contract options, including zero-hour, part-time, and part-time.
• Continuous training and professional development through the renowned SweetTree Home Care Services Academy. Including Apprenticeship Opportunities.
• Unwavering support 24-hour on-call assistance. and your own dedicated Manager and Coordinator to support you day to day
• Incentive Rewards An attractive £200 Friend Referral Scheme.
• 28 days of paid holiday, encompassing bank holidays.
• A Contributory Pension Scheme to plan for your future.
• Service length awards and recognition
• Exclusive savings - Access to the LifeWorks Benefits Scheme, offering monetary savings and exclusive offers.
• Early access to your earnings via Wagestream, which provides you with the ability to access a % of your earnings in just 4 days or less after completing shifts!
• Social events, summer parties, winter parties and awards ceremonies

Project Assistant key tasks include:

• Assist Project Leaders in delivering group sessions and educational programs.
• Collaborate with the education team to prepare and deliver engaging sessions.
• Actively engage with participants during sessions, promoting learning and exploration.
• Maintain safe learning environments, adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for service improvement.

Personal skills and experience needed as a Project Assistant:

• Essential: Passion for the outdoors with solid experience in horticulture or farm-based environments.
• Essential: Supporting in project delivery and activity planning with various stakeholders.
• Essential: Relevant professional qualification (e.g. education, social care).
• Essential: Experience supporting individuals in group settings with diverse needs.
• Essential: Background working with young people, vulnerable groups, and those with challenging behaviours.
• Proven professional background in educational settings (SEN) or care.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively motivate and engage others.
• A proactive attitude that embraces challenges and problem-solving.
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong focus on customer service.
• Proficient literacy and computer skills.
• Working knowledge of first aid and health & safety protocols relevant to outdoor settings.
• Willingness to work in an off-grid, practical farm environment.

About Us: We are a reputable domiciliary care company that has been successfully operating for two decades, recognised for our commitment to excellence in care and our unwavering dedication to our clients. We take pride in being rated as an 'Outstanding' provider by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), a testament to our exceptional standards and quality of service. Our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional support and community-based services for individuals with acquired brain injuries and long-term neurological conditions speaks to our ethos.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us now to be a part of our success story. Your dedication and compassion can transform lives. Apply today and become a valued member of our winning team at SweetTree Home Care Services. Your journey of impact begins here!