Senior Community Horticulture Specialist

Senior Community Horticulture Specialist

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This role sits within the National Community Programmes Team in the RHS-wide Learning and Public Engagement division, which is driving a step change in how we engage audiences, inform policy and deliver learning and skills to gardeners across the UK.

We’re seeking a Senior Community Horticulture Specialist to help drive meaningful change through gardening.

You’ll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team dedicated to making horticulture accessible, inclusive and transformative. If you believe in the social value of gardening and want to help communities thrive, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet. And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings.

From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.

As Senior Community Horticulture Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Providing expert guidance and practical advice to community gardeners across the UK
• Sharing cutting-edge research and innovation from the RHS to inspire and inform local projects
• Collaborating on training initiatives that build skills, confidence and long-term capacity within communities
• Supporting efforts to repurpose plants and gardens from RHS shows, ensuring they have lasting impact in local spaces.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

• Not Applicable

• Part-time

• Project Management

• Non-profit Organizations

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