Amegreen Children's Services
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Horticulture & Culinary Lead
Location
Stable Futures, RG7
Salary
£25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract
Term Time Only - 38 weeks + 10 INSET days
Start Date
September 2026 - Autumn Term 1
About Stable Futures
Stable Futures is entering an exciting new phase of growth.
We are developing a brand-new Alternative Provision site to support Amegreen Education's new secondary SEN school, Juniper House. The new provision will include polytunnels, growing spaces and outdoor cooking facilities, creating meaningful, practical learning experiences for children and young people.
We are looking for an experienced and creative Horticulture & Culinary Lead to establish and lead this provision from the ground up.
About The Role
You will be responsible for the leadership, development and day-to-day running of the Horticulture and Outdoor Culinary Provision, working with learners aged 5-17.
You will design and deliver engaging programmes covering horticulture, food growing, outdoor cooking and life skills, creating "field to fork" experiences that link planting and harvesting with food preparation and cooking.
You will also lead and support a team of Learning Mentors, working closely with the Centre Manager and wider education team to create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and day-to-day running of the Horticulture and Outdoor Culinary Provision.
- Develop polytunnels, growing areas, planting spaces and outdoor cooking facilities.
- Lead, support and develop a small team of Learning Mentors.
- Design and deliver practical, seasonal learning programmes covering horticulture, growing and cooking.
- Incorporate life skills, PSHE, independence and employability into learning.
- Deliver structured sessions linked to programmes such as ASDAN and AQA Unit Awards.
- Support learners with SEND through calm, consistent and therapeutic approaches.
- Develop careers and progression opportunities within horticulture, catering and land-based industries.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, food hygiene and risk management.
- Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to progress reporting.
- Work collaboratively with schools, families, Local Authorities and external partners.
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About You
We are looking for someone who is practical, creative, organised and passionate about helping young people learn through real-world experiences.
You will ideally have:
- Experience working with children and young people aged 5-17.
- Experience working with SEND and supporting behaviour effectively.
- Experience in horticulture, growing, land-based work, catering, food preparation or outdoor education.
- Experience delivering practical, hands-on learning.
- Strong practical skills and an understanding of seasonal growing.
- The ability to lead and support a small team.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A calm, nurturing and resilient approach.
- A commitment to safeguarding and safe working practices.
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A qualification in horticulture, agriculture, catering or a related area would be desirable, alongside Food Hygiene or experience delivering accredited programmes.
Why Join Stable Futures?
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a brand-new provision from the ground up and shape how practical horticulture and food-based learning can support young people with SEND.
You will have the opportunity to develop exciting outdoor learning experiences while helping learners build confidence, independence, practical skills and future pathways.
If you are passionate about horticulture, practical education and helping young people thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Safeguarding
Amegreen Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with KCSIE.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to eliminating discrimination, advancing equality and fostering good relations.
Apply now and help us create an outdoor learning provision where young people can learn, grow and thrive.
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