HORTICULTURAL PROJECT COORDINATOR (temporary contract covering maternity leave) Salary – Grade 3, starting from £24,796 to £25,989 per annum (FTE), pro rata for 20 hours per week, from £13,403 to £14,048 per annum. An exciting opportunity has arisen within East Staffordshire Borough Council. The Council are seeking to recruit a Horticultural Project Coordinator About Us East Staffordshire Borough Council is a high performing authority and a great mix of town and country. We have an attractive benefits package including the Local Government Pension Scheme; flexible working hours; generous annual leave; development opportunities and free car parking. The office base for this role will be Stapenhill Cemetery. The Role To support the delivery of projects at the Horticulture Centre and the GO Garden. Assisting volunteers with gardening projects, independently running volunteering sessions and completing tasks set by the Horticulture and Volunteer Supervisor. Supporting in the creation and delivery of community-based gardening projects and helping in the organisation of Burton’s entry into the RHS Britain in Bloom competition. Key Requirements Excellent communications and organisational skills, with the ability to run volunteering sessions independently, complete tasks set by the Horticulture & Volunteer Supervisor and to contribute to the organisation of Burton’s entry into the RHS Britain in Bloom competition. Willingness and confidence to work closely with students from The Fountains School as well as volunteers who may have learning or physical disabilities. Commitment to ongoing personal development, including enrolling in relevant training or educational courses as required. A reasonable level of physical fitness, as the role can be physically demanding during busy periods, particularly in spring and summer. Skills & Experience Experience supporting students or volunteers with learning or physical disabilities is desirable. While not essential, it would be highly beneficial to the role. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive and effective relations with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders – including other council departments, members of the public, private organisations and third-sector partners. Additional Information Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced level Disclosure & Barring Service Check. The Council is actively building diverse teams and welcomes applications from everyone, including people of different age, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Full details of the job role are deta iled in the Job Description and Person Specification. Important Notes for Candidates: Visa Sponsorship As a smaller local authority, we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence. Therefore, we are unable to issue Certificates of Sponsorship. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application as we are unable to support visa sponsorship. Personal Relationships A candidate for any appointment with East Staffordshire Borough Council who know of any family or close personal relationship with any Member or Officer, must disclose that relationship when completing an application form for employment. If you would like further information or an informal discussion, please contact Michael Hovers, Communities, Open Spaces & Facilities Manager on 01283 508776 or by emailing michael.hovers@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk Closing Date: Sunday 22 February 2026 Attached documents OS080T Temporary HORTICULTURAL PROJECT COORDINATOR 20 HOURS PER WEEK.docx