Horticultural Therapy Lead
Are you passionate about using the healing power of nature to support mental health and wellbeing? Green Health Thames Valley (GHTV) is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Horticultural Therapy Lead to support the ongoing delivery of our vital services. If you are motivated by making a positive impact on people's lives, we want to hear from you.
Position: Horticultural Therapy Lead
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays (9 am - 3.30 pm, client facing) + up to one half-day administrative tasks (total of up to 11 days per month)
Location: Whitley, Reading (or hybrid)
Salary: £22.80 per hour / £182.40 per day
Contract: Freelance/self-employed
About Us: Green Health Thames Valley (GHTV) is a Reading-based charity dedicated to providing horticultural therapy to individuals in need of mental health and wellbeing support. We offer a range of services, from short-term interventions to long-term support, all in the tranquil setting of our community garden in Whitley, Reading.
About the Role: As our Horticultural Therapy Lead, you will be responsible for managing our horticultural therapy programme. Your main responsibilities will include:
About You: We’re looking for a motivated, dynamic and compassionate individual who excels in multitasking and is keen to take responsibility for driving positive outcomes for our clients. You will have a can-do attitude and happy to work in an outside environment all year round.
Essential Skills and Experience
Desirable Skills and Experience
Additional Requirements
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering letter (maximum of two pages) setting out your relevant skills or experience, and why you are the right person for the role to: Tricia Odell at patricia@greenhealththamesvalley.org.uk
The closing date for applications is noon on Friday, 1 December 2023 and interviews are planned for the following week in Whitley.
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