Sustainability and Gardening Assistant
Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 9HZ16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 8am
Date listed
1 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week 8.00 – 4.30 pm Monday to Friday 1 hour unpaid lunch break
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 Year fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,750.04
What skills and experience we're looking for
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Sustainability and Gardening Assistant to join our school community. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing our outdoor learning environment and promoting sustainable practices across the school.
You will support the maintenance and development of our school garden while working alongside staff and pupils to deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is enthusiastic about environmental education and is committed to inspiring young people to care for the world around them.
What You Will Do
- Maintain and develop the school garden including planting, growing and harvesting
- Support pupils in practical gardening and outdoor learning activities
- Assist in delivering sustainability initiatives such as recycling, composting and eco projects
- Work with staff to enhance the use of outdoor spaces within the curriculum
- Help run gardening or eco clubs and support whole-school events
- Ensure tools, equipment and outdoor areas are safe and well maintained
What We Are Looking For
- A genuine interest in sustainability, gardening or environmental education
- Experience of working with children or young people (desirable)
- Practical gardening skills or willingness to learn
- Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently
- A positive, proactive approach and a commitment to teamwork
Why Join Us?
At our school, we are committed to providing rich, meaningful learning experiences for our pupils. Our outdoor spaces are a vital part of this and we are proud of our growing focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Make a real difference to pupils’ understanding of the environment
- Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team
- Develop your skills in both education and sustainability
SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves working with children and young people and requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All applications are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.
What the school offers its staff
ABOUT OUR PARTNERSHIP
We are a 6-school partnership including 3 community schools, 2 faith schools and a maintained Nursery. One of our schools is a National Support School. Our Executive Headteacher and Executive Board support other schools to excel. We centre on the child in every sense of the word. Our diversity and richness enhance the provision that we offer. 5 of our schools are located across Southampton and out 6th school in the New Forest.
Our children experience a thoughtful, exciting and rich curriculum. We immerse our children in their learning through key concepts that help them to understand and relate to the world in which they live. Our children are highly engaged, well behaved and approach every aspect of learning with a growth mindset. Our team is collaborative, pro-active and reflective. We are all dedicated to the learning and welfare of our pupils.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All users are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 357 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools website
- Email address
- recruitment@holyfamilylive.net
The Learning Federation comprises of 5 Schools and an Early Year Centre and Nursery. The Executive Board and Governors are looking for leaders who are passionate about changing children’s lives and we are excited to provide the right individual with a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow as part of a highly motivated and forward-thinking team.
Arranging a visit to Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@holyfamilylive.net.
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