Farm Manager and Outdoor Teaching Lead in Worcester

Job Title

Farm Manager and Outdoor Teaching Lead

Hours and Pay

36.5 hours per week / 52 weeks (with flexibility for some weekend work)

Grade 5 (£45,091 - £53,460)

About the Role

Are you an experienced and passionate farming professional looking to make a real difference?

Do you believe in the power of outdoor learning to re‑engage and inspire young people?

Can you lead and develop a school farm that supports both education and wellbeing?

Broadway Academy Trust is seeking an ambitious and committed Farm Manager to lead our growing farm and outdoor education provision in partnership with Top Barn Trust.

Site

Our developing farm provision is central to our commitment to inclusive, real‑world education. It enables students-particularly those who benefit from alternative approaches to: build confidence, resilience and independence, develop practical and employability skills, reconnect with education through meaningful outdoor experiences.

Role

This is a unique leadership opportunity to manage and develop a working educational farm that sits at the heart of our provision for student engagement, inclusion, and personal development.

You will:

• Lead the day‑to‑day running and strategic development of the school farm and outdoor education site.
• Manage and inspire a small team, including the Outdoor Education Co‑ordinator and support staff.
• Deliver and develop hands‑on learning opportunities that link farming, nature and the curriculum.
• Use outdoor activities to support student engagement, behaviour and personal development.
• Ensure high standards in health & safety, safeguarding and animal welfare.
• Build partnerships with schools, organisations and stakeholders to expand provision.
• Lead on funding bids, enterprise initiatives and sustainability of the provision.
• Maintain a compliant and productive farm, including livestock, crops and DEFRA requirements.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has practical farming experience and strong operational knowledge.
• Is, passionate about working