Horticulture Resource Coordinator
Company: Chichester College Group
Salary: Pro rata of £26,431 - £26,972 per annum (i.e. £21,144.80 - £21,577.60)
Hours: Part-time
Location: RH20 1DL
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 8 Sept 2026
Closing date: 8 Oct 2026
Summary
Brinsbury College is a unique land-based campus with outstanding facilities, commercial growing spaces and ambitious sustainability goals. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced horticultural professional to play a key role in supporting curriculum delivery, leading innovative growing practices and helping develop the next generation of horticultural talent.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day horticultural and glasshouse resources.
- Support staff and students during practical and theory sessions.
- Take ownership of health and safety procedures, risk assessments and compliance.
- Supervise apprentices and student workers, where required.
- Manage stock control, ordering and resource budgets.
What we can offer you in this role
- A supportive and friendly team.
- A stunning work environment surrounded by 570 acres of stunning countryside with our very own farm, woodlands, orchard and more.
- An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.
- We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you.
What you will bring to the role
- Relevant horticultural industry experience
- A Level 2 qualification in Horticulture (or equivalent)
- Experience supervising groups and supporting learners
- Knowledge of horticultural health and safety legislation
- Practical experience of machinery operation and horticultural practices
Our Staff Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 15% of your actual pensionable pay.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.
- Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
The working pattern for this role will be Monday – Thursday 8.30 – 17.00.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Paul Burry (Head of Learning) at paul.burry@chichester.ac.uk or Simon Reilly (Teaching and Learning Manager) at Simon.Reilly@chichester.ac.uk
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