Food Grower Food Growing & Production Support the preparation, planting, maintenance, harvesting and packing of crops across glasshouses and outdoor growing areas Carry out growing tasks in line with agreed crop plans, schedules and agroecological principles Maintain high standards of crop care, soil health, composting and biodiversity Assure consistent quality and reliability of produce for commercial and community outlets Working with People Work alongside apprentices, trainees and sessional workers in day-to-day growing activity Support volunteers during practical horticultural tasks, helping to explain, demonstrate and supervise work Support non-public and public-facing activity at Wolves Lane Centre, including tours, workshops and community events, as part of the wider growing team. Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive and respectful working environment Site & Systems Support organisation and care of growing spaces, tools and materials Assist with basic record keeping relating to crops, harvests and inputs Work collaboratively to maintain a safe, tidy and functional site Shared Site & Community Context Work within a multi-user site that includes partners and community programmes Respect and support the wider vision of Wolves Lane as a horticultural centre serving diverse communities Health, Safety & Good Practice Follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments Use tools and equipment safely and model good practice Contribute to a safe working environment for staff, volunteers and visitors Health, Safety & Good Practice To attend and participate in internal and external meetings as required. To attend relevant training to fulfil the requirements of the job. To undertake other duties which may from time to time be required and which are appropriate to the responsibilities of the post. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Significant practical experience in food growing or market gardening with, at least, 1 year on a food growing site/community Strong knowledge of agroecological or sustainable growing methods Experience supervising or supporting others in a growing environment Ability to balance productivity with a learning or community context Good organisational skills and ability to manage seasonal workloads Commitment to working with diverse communities and in an inclusive environment Confidence working outdoors year-round in a physical role Desirable Experience working in an urban or community-based growing project Experience working with apprentices, trainees or volunteers Experience supplying wholesale or commercial customers Horticultural qualification or equivalent experience