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At Dandelion Time, we support children facing significant emotional challenges, often, but not always, rooted in adverse childhood experiences such as domestic violence, abuse, or neglect. Our systemic, trauma‑informed approach focuses on the whole family, helping them build healthier relationships, create positive change, and move towards brighter futures.

Nature is at the heart of everything we do. Through hands‑on activities in the natural world, children and families connect with the earth, plants, animals and with each other.

About the Role 

You will play a key role in delivering our therapeutic programme. Reporting to the Therapeutic Programme Manager and supporting the Family Caseworker, you will help plan, prepare and facilitate meaningful therapeutic sessions for children and their families. This may include leading group sessions supported by Teaching Assistants or collaborating with teaching staff involved in each child’s care.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a welcoming, energetic and committed team making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children. The work is deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to help families rebuild relationships and create new beginnings.

What can you bring to Dandelion Time?

To thrive in this role, you will have experience supporting disadvantaged children or those with SEND.  It would be helpful, but not essential, to have an understanding of the challenges faced by parents and carers managing their own wellbeing. Experience as a Youth Leader, Scout Leader, Forest School Leader, or in a similar child‑centred, outdoor or community role, will be a real asset.

You’ll have a genuine passion for hands‑on, creative activities, whether that’s crafting, working with the land, or caring for animals. An interest in our land‑to‑table ethos, including the preparation and cooking of healthy, nutritious food, will help you feel right at home.

Above all, you’ll bring a warm, joyful presence to the families you support, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow, explore and flourish.

Temporary contract

This is a temporary position for 10 months, ideally commencing in early September and continuing until the end of the school year (July 2027). However, our priority is to appoint the right candidate, and we would be willing to offer some flexibility on the start date to accommodate this.

Overview of the Role

Are you passionate about the power of plants to transform lives and communities? Do you bring horticultural expertise and a commitment to sustainable practices? Are you passionate about community growing with experience of inspiring communities and the next generation of gardeners? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The RHS is on a mission to champion, support and connect the UK’s vibrant community gardening movement. We’re seeking a Community Gardening Advisor to help drive meaningful change through gardening. this role will focus on the Greater Manchester region where you will work alongside a broad and diverse range of community stakeholders.As the Community Gardening Advisor, you will establish a strong and supportive local network and deliver programmes of activity including training workshops and events to build community skills and capacity for groups. The role will support the direct delivery of the Green Spaces Fund in the Greater Manchester boroughs of Salford and Oldham and more widely as required.

You’ll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team dedicated to making horticulture accessible, inclusive, and transformative. If you believe in the social value of gardening and want to help communities thrive, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

This exciting role sits within the National Community Programmes Team in the RHS-wide Learning and Public Engagement division, which is driving a step change in how we engage audiences, inform policy and deliver learning and skills to gardeners across the UK.

Experience of working with community organisations, volunteers, young people, children, families and schools is essential. Ideally, you should have a relevant practical Horticultural Qualification to a minimum Level 2 in Horticulture or equivalent experience. 

The role is home based but will include regular travel across the region. Support for travel allowance will be provided.  The role is currently supported by the Greater Manchester Environment Fund and is accountable to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Green Spaces Partnership.

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.

And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference.  Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

• Location: Englefield Estate, near Theale, Reading RG7 5ES
• Annual Salary: £27,632.40 (Pro rata £16, 579.44)
• Hours per week: 22.5 – Across 3 days per week
• Required: Previous horticultural experience within a Garden Centre or plant nursery setting is essential 
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

Affinity Trust has a strong reputation for creating innovative projects enabling adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to enhance life skills and enjoy an invaluable occupation. Located on Englefield Estate, near Theale, Reading and managed by Affinity Trust, Englefield Garden Centre is the home of such a project.

Selling over 150,000 plants a year, Englefield is not only a thriving garden centre but also runs horticultural workshop programmes for the people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

We currently have a rare and exciting opportunity available for a Stock Controller and Administrator to join our team at the Garden Centre. As part of this role you will be responsible is assisting with the successful day to day running of the garden centre by processing orders, serving customers, stock control, and being able to liaise with external company representatives. 

This role requires a very practical & hands on approach. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer services, serving on the till, creating / receiving purchase orders, stock taking, being able to liaise with Suppliers and external company representatives and using our EPOS system.

Previous horticultural knowledge is essential within a similar setting.

You will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to adapt to lots of different situations and roles within your normal day. You will be required to work as part of a 2-week rolling rota but understand that during busy seasonal times you may need to be flexible.

Week 1: Mon, Tues & Sun

Week 2: Mon, Tues & Wed

You must be prepared to try new ideas and in return, you will be part of a team committed to providing excellent support to people with learning disabilities within an established and thriving Garden Centre.

Head of Communications & Public Affairs

The Head of Communications & Public Affairs is a pivotal role at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) promoting our world-leading work in science, conservation, horticulture, and education.

Working as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team, this role will lead the organisation’s approach to strategic communications, seeking opportunities to engage external audiences, disseminate key messages, and raise RBGE’s profile on a national and international stage through press and media engagement.

With oversight of the communications and publishing functions, this role will also provide key support to the Regius Keeper and the Executive Team in shaping engagement and communication strategies with political stakeholders across the Scottish and UK governments.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the next phase of RBGE’s corporate strategy, strengthening key policy relationships and promoting RBGE’s expertise to deliver real impact in the fight against the twin crises of biodiversity loss and climate change.

Closing date:                            09:00am (BST) on Monday 20 July 2026        
First interview date:               30 July 2026
Second interview date: 5 August 2026

Recruitment information: 

Further details on the job description, person specification, and how to apply can be found in the candidate pack for the role on our website here: Head of Communications and Public Affairs Candidate Pack

Community Garden Co-ordinator.

Salary: £25,000 Hours of Work: 35 per week

This post is offered until June 30th 2028 in the first instance.

Funded by the National Lottery Reaching Communities Fund.

Netherton Feelgood Factory, a community-based healthy living centre, is offering an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people and the environment by taking forward the development of the Netherton Community Garden and Green Hub. We are looking for an imaginative and committed person with knowledge of horticulture but also with the people skills to support and help people from the local area.

The Netherton Community Garden started life in 2016 as a vision to develop a piece of waste urban land into a garden that could be enjoyed by the community and that also would produce fresh produce to promote health and awareness of growing skills.

Since then, and thanks latterly to a National Lottery grant, the garden has begun to develop as a Green Community Hub with the aim of enabling local people to adopt more sustainable lifestyles. The garden has a positive impact on the local community by providing a meeting place, a venue for skills training and a place to promote positive mental and physical health.

This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative charity at a time when income is growing and our profile is rising. The Public Fundraising team deliver a wide range of fundraising activities including our special events programme, regular donor programme, community fundraising and 3rd party fundraising.

The new assistant will primarily be supporting our Events Manager to deliver our special events programme. Horatio’s Garden is known for its high quality events which include an annual presence at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and our annual Tulip Lunch. In December 2026 we will deliver our largest fundraising event to date - a carol concert for 2,000 supporters at St Paul’s Cathedral. The assistant will be critical in supporting the team to deliver these events effectively and efficiently and working with the communications team to produce related event assets, promotional material and newsletter content.

It is a great opportunity to gain experience working on high profile events in a supportive and experienced team.

As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering our development and fundraising strategy at the Garden, contributing to ensuring a strong, diverse and sustainable income portfolio that enables us to reach more people and move closer to a world that values and conserves biodiversity. As the Development and Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for donor cultivation and stewardship, as well as meeting income targets realised through using various techniques to generate funds from multiple sources, including donations and fundraising from trusts, foundations, statutory sources, the corporate sector and/or legacies. You will support the Board of Trustees Income Generation Committee, the Senior Leadership Team and Managers with funding applications to grant providers, as well as fundraising from donors, sponsors and commercial funding sources. You will research grant and funding opportunities, produce background notes, and develop and manage a database of funding sources that will support delivery of the charitable outcomes of the Garden. You will play a critical role in supporting development of the Garden by advising and guiding the team on funding sources and the preparation of funding bids to the highest possible standard, as well as identifying and implementing fundraising initiatives. You will work in close co-operation with staff across a range of disciplines to maximise access to funds. A passion for sustainability and the Garden’s wider mission is highly desirable. Fluency and confidence in written and spoken Welsh will be an advantage.

Full details can be found on our website below. 

https://garddfotaneg.cymru/ein-gwaith/cenhadaeth/gweithio-gyda-ni/ 

https://botanicgarden.wales/our-work/mission/work-for-us/

About Us

Slade Gardens Community Play Association is a small registered charity that operates a 1.25-acre staffed adventure playground in the heart of Lambeth. Our open-access service welcomes children and young people aged 0-21, providing them with the freedom to come and go independently while enjoying a diverse and stimulating play environment designed to support exploration, creativity and development.

About the Role

This is a genuinely hands-on, hybrid role. In this small organisation, one person will carry operational playwork leadership alongside fundraising, safeguarding, finance, governance, line management and community partnership. If you’d love being out in the playground itself as much as building the plans and partnerships that keep it thriving, we would like to hear from you.

Please get in touch for the full job description, or if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!

We have an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of fundraising at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

As Fundraising Strategy and Performance Manager, you will help to drive fundraising success through strategic planning, performance insight and the development of compelling propositions. Working collaboratively with colleagues across Development, Gardens, Science, and Marketing & Commercial Enterprise, you will help transform ideas into impactful fundraising opportunities that support Kew’s world-leading scientific, horticultural and conservation work. This is a unique role where you will influence fundraising strategy, work across a wide range of teams and help us deliver on Kew’s mission.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with experience in fundraising and data analysis who is proactive, highly organised and collaborative in their approach. You will be an excellent communicator with strong analytical skills, able to interpret complex data, identify opportunities and build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Interviews are due to take place on 8 July.

This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.

About Us

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi. 

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

At Kew, our strength lies in the diversity of our people and the insights they bring. When you join us, you will find an organisation that values your perspective and lived experience. You will receive support to achieve your full potential and access opportunities to develop and progress.  Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is ongoing, shaped by the people who work here and the communities we serve. As a disability confident employer, we are breaking down barriers to be an inclusive workplace for everyone. 

Whoever you are, and however you experience the world, there is a place for you to grow and belong at Kew. 

No agencies please.

Overview of the Role:  We are recruiting a East of England Senior Programme Officer for the National Education Nature Park to:

· Lead the National Education Nature Park programme across East of England, increasing participation in schools and education settings

· Manage and support a regional Programme Officer, including performance, development and wellbeing

· Build strong partnerships with schools, colleges, local authorities, NGOs and environmental networks

· Deliver a regional engagement strategy aligned with national KPIs on biodiversity, climate education and wellbeing

· Be a passionate advocate for nature-based learning, sustainability, biodiversity gain and green skills for children and young people

· Manage a regional budget, travel planning and reporting, ensuring compliance and audit requirements

· Facilitate workshops, training and events for educators, children and young people

· Provide expert guidance on outdoor learning, horticulture, biodiversity and environmental education resources

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.

And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference.  Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

About Us

The Royal Parks (TRP) manages over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.

We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.

We are now looking for a Park Support and Cemetery Officer to join us at Brompton Cemetery and Kensington Gardens on a full-time, 12 months fixed term basis, working 36 hours per week.

The Benefits

• Salary of £28,864 - £30,500 per annum, depending on experience
• 26 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a unique opportunity for a customer-focused individual with administrative experience to join our dedicated and historic organisation.

In this rewarding role, you will be a calm and reassuring presence, helping families and visitors navigate deeply personal moments with empathy, care and quiet professionalism.

What's more, you will become a guardian of heritage, playing a key role in the careful preservation of a breathtaking Victorian garden cemetery where every path tells a story and every detail matters, and of an iconic park in Kensington, central London.

The Role

As a Park Support and Cemetery Officer, you will provide on-site business support and administrative functions to aid the delivery of services at Brompton Cemetery, and at Kensington Gardens.

Specifically, you will serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, colleagues, contractors and families, overseeing bookings, co-ordinating meetings and events, and supporting funerary services with professionalism and empathy.

Beyond this, you will ensure the accuracy of records, calendars and systems, supporting the smooth operation of both sites, Brompton Cemetery and Kensington Gardens, through tasks such as processing permits and commercial licences, purchase orders and invoices, assisting with correspondence and deliveries, managing burial records, helping with grave searches and other client services.

Additionally, you will:

• Raise purchase orders, sales invoices and update financial records
• Manage and maintain key cupboard
• Assist with updating signage and noticeboards

About You

To be considered as a Park Support Officer, you will need:

• Experience of providing a high level of customer service
• Significant experience using office IT applications
• Good literacy, numeracy, and accuracy in administrative tasks
• Strong collaborative skills and adaptability

Other organisations may call this role Administration Officer, Park Administrator, Office Support Officer, Administrative Support Assistant, Park Office Assistant, Cemetery Administrator or Cemetery Services Officer.

We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed so if you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.

The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

So, if you want to join us as a Park Support and Cemetery Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

The function of the Estates & Facilities Lead is to ensure the safe, compliant and effective management of the Hospice Estate (including grounds and  retail properties), providing technical leadership and oversight of all maintenance, compliance and contractor activity. The Estates & Facilities Lead will also contribute to the Hospice Venue for Good, fundraising and marketing activities, designing and enhancing the gardens and the premises and procuring of materials and equipment.

1. Be responsible for the effective management and development of the Estate, ensuring all facilities are safe, secure and fit for purpose.

2. Lead and prioritise all estates and maintenance activity.

3. Be responsible for the overall recruitment, training and development, organisation and supervision of the Estates team and regular garden & maintenance volunteers.

4. Allocate work to operatives and oversee delivery standards.

5. Develop a proactive, planned approach to maintenance to reduce reactive demand.

6. Be proactive in identifying Estate maintenance and garden developmental needs, and their associated resource/budget requirements.

7. Be responsible for the access security of all staff, patients and volunteers at the Hospice via PACS

8. Manage the departmental budget, identifying and co-ordinating day to day expenditure on both PPM and reactive maintenance

9. Be accountable for statutory compliance and safety systems including fire safety, water hygiene and electrical safety

10. Ensure all inspections, checks and servicing are planned, completed and auditable

11. Identify, assess and manage all Estate related risks

12. Contribute to H&S governance and reporting

13. Develop and maintain a PPM programme

14. Ensure reactive maintenance is triaged and prioritised appropriately

15. Be the first point of contact for out of hours Estate emergencies and triage appropriately

16. Monitor outstanding work and ensure timely resolution

17. Develop initiatives to generate income such as plant and surplus crop sales, memorial schemes, Open Garden Day events etc. in collaboration with the Fundraising Team.

18. Contribute to bids for funding which have the potential to facilitate Estate projects.

19. Contribute to Estate project management and co-ordination of capital developments.

20. Monitor and maintain appropriate records for the effective management of Estates team, volunteers, health and safety responsibilities, and equipment inventories.

21. Co-ordinate with fundraising any requests for Estate such as memorial plants, garden furnishings and plaques, and liaising with families in a sensitive manner.

22. Be willing to attend to patients’ needs and requests while still keeping up the high standards of maintenance of the Estates

23. Procure, appoint and manage contractors

24. Ensure contractors work safely and in line with agreed specifications

25. Maintain quality and value for money across all services

26. Undertake hands on maintenance work where required

27. Support operatives with complex or technical issues

28. Ensure work is completed to an appropriate standard

29. Provide direction and support to maintenance staff

30. Promote a proactive, solution-focused team culture

31.      Ensure safe working practices are followed at all times

Join Our Team as a Mental Health Practitioner
Location: Stewart Garden’s, Dawlish, Devon.

Working hours: 1 x Part-time role available (21 hours per week - over a 7 day week rota across two ECRS locations in Devon)

Devon Enhanced Community Recovery Service (ECRS)
We provide specialist, CQC-registered supported accommodation for adults with complex mental health needs. Our focus is on recovery, building independence, and helping people move towards their future goals.

Are you an experienced Mental Health Practitioner looking to make a real impact? We’re seeking a dedicated individual to join our integrated team at Stewart Garden’s, delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care to people with complex and enduring mental health needs.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll provide clinical leadership, support transitions, mentor staff, and ensure person-centred care planning.

What will you do?

• Deliver and oversee clinical care for service users
• Complete robust clinical assessments and attend key meetings (CPA reviews, Section 117, referrals)
• Support transitions from hospital/CAMHS to community placements
• Facilitate training on recovery models, medication, capacity, and more
• Mentor staff and promote reflective practice
• Oversee risk assessments and ensure governance standards
• Liaise with external professionals and provide reports for GPs, tribunals, and stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Mental Health Professional (Nurse, OT, Social Worker, Psychologist) with 12+ months post-registration experience
• Experience supporting individuals with complex mental health needs
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, DoLS, MCA, and safeguarding procedures
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively
• Proficiency in IT systems and clinical record keeping
• Understanding of CQC standards

If you’re committed to recovery-focused, person-centred care and want to lead by example, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver outstanding mental health support!

Thrive, we are working towards creating a future where people with ill health, disability or disadvantage experience the life-changing benefits of gardening and nature.

‘It’s a joy to see the life changing impact of our services and to know that my job really makes a difference.’

We’re looking for a supportive and proactive Centre Manager who can enable our passionate and committed Reading team to deliver an excellent service for client gardeners.

Confident business development skills are needed to identify new partnerships and expand our programme delivery to ensure the continued sustainability of the centre. Creativity, problem solving, prioritising and the ability to manage a diverse workload, where each day is different, is key in this role.

If you are a people-focused manager with experience of working in social care or charities, Thrive can offer you a varied and rewarding challenge.

Appointment to this post will be subject to 2 references and  a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Thrive complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from working for Thrive.