The Safehouse BD Ltd
Enthusiastic Gardener (Part-Time)
Luton, Bedfordshire•Part-time
£12.71+ hourly
£12.71+ hourly
About the Job
About Us:
We are a local supported living service dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for the people we support. We believe our outdoor spaces should be just as nurturing as our indoor ones, and we are looking for a passionate gardening enthusiast to help bring our garden to life.
The Role:
You will be the driving force behind our outdoor spaces.
We are offering full creative freedom to design, maintain, and transform our gardens. Whether you love vibrant flower beds, wildlife-friendly corners, or sensory gardens, we want you to make the space your own.
A major goal for us this year is to start growing our own fresh fruit and vegetables, so you will play a leading role in setting up and tending to our new kitchen garden.
What We Are Looking For:
- No formal qualifications needed! You don't need to be a professional landscaper or hold horticulture certificates. We are simply looking for someone who is deeply passionate and enthusiastic about gardening.
- Resourceful and Creative: As a care service, our gardening budget is very limited. We rely heavily on upcycling, seed-swapping, community donations, and finding free materials. If you love the challenge of gardening on a shoestring budget and finding clever, sustainable ways to make things grow, this role is perfect for you.
- Self-Motivated: You will be managing your own 6 hours a week, so being able to work independently and bring your own ideas to the table is key.
- Friendly & Compassionate: You will be working in the grounds of a supported living service, so a warm, friendly attitude towards our staff and the people we support is essential.
What We Offer:
- A completely blank canvas with full creative control over the garden's direction.
- A rewarding role where your hard work will directly improve the wellbeing and daily lives of the people in our care.
- Flexible working hours—choose the days and times that work best for your 6 hours a week.
- Free food and drink when on shift.