Garden Project Support Worker

People in Action are a registered Charity and limited company supporting over 350 people to live within their community. Our aim is to provide a high quality service providing assistance and support to adults with Learning disabilities, working in a horticultural environment.

THIS IS A FIXED TERM ROLE: 6 MONTHS TO 12 MONTHS DURATION

Accountable/ Reporting to: Garden Project Manager

• Responsibilities:
• Principle Duties:
• Supporting adults with learning disabilities in a horticultural environment.
• Provide advice and practical assistance in horticultural work which will include plant propagation, cultivation and preparation of floral displays
• Take part in craft activities and be involved in session planning.
• Assist in the developing and reviewing of Support Plans and Outcomes. Comply with policy and procedures and contribute to risk assessments.
• Support trainees to develop personal and work skills to achieve maximum independence
• Encouraging the trainees active participation in the work environment.
• Encouraging and supporting trainees to develop social interaction and employment skills.
• Encouraging and/or assisting trainees to understand and develop numeracy and literacy skills.
• Help promote the active participation of relatives, friends and volunteers in the garden project and develop close links with the local community and its facilities.
• Maintain good working relationships with professionals and to participate in trainees reviews
• Attend meetings and training as required.1.9 Assist in record keeping
• Undertake any other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the manager, senior management and Board of Trustees.

Please see below further details:

• Must be physically fit
• Must be over 18 years of age
• Must be able to communicate/report effectively, and be able to maintain accurate records
• Must be able to deal professionally with customers and visitors
• Must be willing to work flexibly over seven days if required
• Must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge/interest in horticulture
• Must be prepared to attend all training provided.
• Must be able to take direction from senior staff
• Must have a current, valid driving licence and be prepared to undertake driving duties
• Must be willing to participate, motivate and inspire the trainees in work activities

Desirable Criteria:

• Have experience of working with adults with learning disabilities
• Have an understanding about issues and principles in learning disabilities
• Have an understanding of support plans
• Have a horticultural/teaching qualification
• Be willing to participate in offsite activities
• Have a variety of practical skills
• Have a mini bus driving license or a category B driving license achieved before 1995

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £11.44-£11.94 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Work Location: In person