Join our team as a Trainee!
Would you like to:
Grow and build your confidence, make new friends, and learn new skills
Work in a supportive environment that values your diversity and talent
Be part of a team that works hard and has fun
Access to job-specific training opportunities
Work in a beautiful, outdoor setting within our 18 acres of urban green space
Personal career mentoring and advice
Practical learning with professional horticulturalists and opportunities for further practical experience through our relationships with partner organisations
Support the community!
Then do not hesitate getting in touch with us.
Fill in a interest form HERE.
Or drop us an email for more information.
Email: [email protected]
Facebook/Instagram: @propagationplace
We embrace diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all our employees. We especially encourage applications from women and ethnic minorities who are currently underrepresented in the field of horticulture.
Key Responsibilities
- Seed sowing
- Day-to-day tasks such as setting up activities and tidying up at the end of the day
- Onsite plant sales to members of the public
- Assist with stock management of both plants and seeds and add to sowing lists as necessary
- Support volunteers with horticultural tasks
- Undertake the role of an advocate and enable self-advocacy of beneficiaries/volunteers
- Participate in on-site social media
Your approach
- Commitment to learning new skills
- Passionate about food growing, horticulture, building resilient communities, caring for nature.
- Able to work efficiently and prioritise tasks
- Able to work independently under time pressure
- Works well in a small team, good communication skills and a positive approach to work
- Commitment to inclusion, equality, and accessibility
- Good eye for detail and focus on work
Criteria
- Must be between 18-24 years old
- May be claiming Universal Credit
The traineeship will take place over 8-weeks, on a Tuesday and Wednesday, and you can choose from the following periods:
- 4th Mar – 26th Apr
- 29th Apr – 21st Jun
- 1st Jul – 23rd Aug
Hours of work
70 hours over 8-weeks (up to 10 hours per week over 2 days, Tue- Wed)
What is a Traineeship?
A traineeship is a skills development programme that includes a work placement. It can last from 6 weeks up to 1 year (although most will last for less than 6 months).
We will also provide you with:
- Introduction to marketing and communication (Social media, WordPress, Mailchimp)
- Training to prepare you for work, including CV writing and what to expect in the workplace
- Exit interview with written feedback / reference.
Programmes can be tailored to meet your needs and prepare you for what local businesses are looking for.
A traineeship is a training programme and isn’t a job. Employers are not required to pay you for the work placement, but they can support you with expenses such as transport and meals.
