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Job description

TCV is a partner in The Acorn Farm which is a major project helping to build a more sustainable food system in the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. This post is funded on a fixed-term basis until 30 September 2027 and provides opportunities for learning and skills development to support I Can Grow and other projects managed by TCV and based at Brooke Park. This is a temporary role to give work experience in horticulture and no special experience is required, however applicants need to show how the experience will help advance their career in this sector, so experience in horticulture and growing plants or vegetables growing is helpful, as well as experience of working with volunteers and the public. A full driving licence is helpful but not essential. Please include - Trainee - Brooke Park (ID357) when submitting your application.

Responsibilities

• The trainee will learn by doing in a wide range of horticultural and environmental activities including:
• Helping to deliver the I Can Grow Project by building planters, grow vegetables plants and deliver these to households across the borough
• Support the local TCV Derry team in the delivery of practical environmental projects and helping to lead volunteers
• Assisting in the planning of projects, including helping to prepare materials and tools
• Helping to undertake creation and maintenance of gardens for schools and communities
• Helping to undertake habitat management work on natural habitats such as bogs, woodlands, wetlands and sand dunes
• Assist TCV staff to deliver projects and learning events to local communities and schools
• Learning about and maintaining good standards of health and safety
• Attend training sessions to learn about horticulture environment and gardening

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience in horticulture and growing plants or vegetables.
• Experience of working with volunteers and the public.