Assistant Grower – Market Garden at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm (MVUF)
Part-time | Fixed term (12 months, with a view to becoming permanent)
£12.71 per hour | Start date: April 2026
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February 2026, 5 pm
Meanwood Valley Urban Farm is a long-established Leeds charity, offering people of all ages and backgrounds the chance to connect with nature, food and farming in an urban green space. Our one-acre Market Garden produces organic vegetables for around 130 households through a year-round CSA scheme and hosts regular events and weekly volunteer sessions.
We’re looking for an Assistant Grower to join our small, friendly Market Garden team. You’ll work closely with the Head Grower, another Assistant Grower, volunteers and the wider farm team to support all aspects of organic vegetable production — from propagation and planting through to harvesting and post-harvest tasks.
This role is hands-on and varied, with seasonal rhythms and opportunities to build skills and confidence as a grower. You’ll also help support and work alongside volunteers, contributing to a safe, inclusive and positive experience for everyone involved.
We’re Looking For Someone Who
- Has some experience of commercial or community food growing
- Enjoys practical, outdoor work and is comfortable with physical tasks
- Is reliable, has an eye for detail and keen to keep learning
- Communicates well and enjoys working as part of a small team
- Shares our values around sustainability, care for the land, and community food growing
Hours
- 24 hours per week (April–October)
- 16 hours per week (November–March)
Benefits Include
- Free weekly veg box
- £100 annual wellbeing budget
- 20% staff discount at our on-site café
MVUF is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented groups.
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