At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead nature-based activities and manage projects for people with access requirements.
- Company: Join the vibrant team at Kew Gardens, a leader in accessibility and learning.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, wellness support, and free entry to museums.
- Other info: Fixed term contract with potential for extension; inclusive hiring practices.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in beautiful surroundings.
- Qualifications: Experience in project and volunteer management, with a passion for accessibility.
The predicted salary is between 34216 - 34216 £ per year.
The successful candidate will be joining the team at an exciting time, with the opportunity to think strategically about the future development of the programme.
Hours of work: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term (FTA)
Contract start date: Provisionally 21 September 2026
This is a rewarding position for a flexible and collaborative individual. You will be passionate about providing nature-based activities for people with access requirements and have experience of project management and volunteer management. You will have knowledge of best practice around accessibility and experience of developing informal learning sessions.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The role is based at Kew Gardens with the option of regular home working (up to 40% of working hours) subject to operational requirements. It will involve some weekend working and occasional evenings.
The position will be on a fixed term contract initially, but we anticipate that this will be extended, subject to confirmation of funding. The role is an established and important position at Kew.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We will endeavour to make workplace adjustments to the interview process and working environment to ensure that this is an accessible opportunity. Adjustments for interview might include the following:
- Ability to refer to notes
- A time of day that works for you
- Advice about assistive technology
First interviews will be on 10 and 11 August. Second interviews (if required) will be on 19 August.
The salary for this position is £34,216 per annum (Band C).
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
Tower Hamlets, Greater London, United Kingdom
