At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the Community Garden and lead community programmes while ensuring sustainability.
- Company: Join Vauxhall City Farm, a vibrant city farm dedicated to community and nature.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a committed team at a growing charitable organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working with nature and inspiring others.
- Qualifications: Experience in horticulture and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 31500 £ per year.
Provide continuity for the Community Garden and horticultural areas across Vauxhall City Farm during the postholder’s sabbatical.
Salary: £29,000 to £31,500
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 months.
Hours: 28 hours per week (occasional weekend or evening work may be required)
Responsible to: Managing Director
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of London’s leading city farms and play a key role in providing nature and habitats, opportunities, education, training to the local community and beyond. As a small yet growing charitable organisation, this also offers candidates an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Vauxhall City Farm turns 50 in 2026, and you will join a team that is committed, enthusiastic and future focused.
The Community Gardener will provide continuity for the Community Garden and horticultural areas across Vauxhall City Farm during the substantive postholder’s sabbatical. The role combines practical organic horticulture, ecological site management, habitat creation, volunteer leadership and inclusive community programme delivery. The postholder will ensure that the gardens are productive, biodiverse, welcoming and managed in a way that reflects The Farm’s commitment to sustainability, environmental responsibility and community participation.
Community Garden Manager (Sabbatical cover) employer: Vauxhall City Farm
Vauxhall City Farm is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant community-focused environment that prioritises sustainability and education. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, employees can thrive in a supportive culture that values teamwork and community engagement, all while contributing to the well-being of both people and nature in the heart of London.
