Community Food Growing Officer

Community Food Growing Officer

Full-Time On-site
L

Location: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary: 44,184 - 47,262 per yearEmployment: Full timeCategory: GardenerPosted: 2026-11-10Valid to: 2026-11-23Apply: https://fa-evng-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/2401Employer: London Borough Of Waltham ForestJob DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary: PO2 44,184 - 47,262 Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent (part-time job share also considered, please note this in your application)Working hours per week: 36 On-site working and frequent travel between sites is required for this position around 3-4 days per week. Hybrid / home working permitted for remaining time not required on site.Application Deadline: 23/11/2026Proposed Interview Date(s): TBCReference: 2401 About Us:Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. About the role:Be part of something growing. We're looking for a passionate and proactive Community Food Growing Officer to help expand community food-growing opportunities across Waltham Forest. This is a varied, outward-facing role for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and turning ideas into action. Working across a variety of Council teams and with local organisations, you'll support community growers with advice and signposting to training opportunities, assess new sites for food growing, secure resources and funding, and help ensure projects are sustainable and inclusive. If you're motivated by community empowerment, nature, environmental action and creating lasting positive change, we'd love to hear from you. >> Click here to download the Role Profile

Community Food Growing Officer employer: London Borough of Waltham Forest

Little Learners Nursery Group is an exceptional employer located in Walthamstow, offering a nurturing work environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. With a strong commitment to diversity and equality, the nursery fosters a culture of respect and inclusion, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Employees enjoy flexible hours and the chance to engage with a vibrant community, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about early childhood education.

L

Contact Details:

London Borough of Waltham Forest Recruitment Team