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Leicestershire Farm Discovery Programme Officer

The Country Trust
Remote working

Posted: 24 Nov 2025

Deadline: 4 Jan 2026

Compensation: £30,000 per annum + travel expenses

Paid Full-time Fixed term / contract

Job description

Contract: 3-year fixed-term contract Base: Home-based with travel across Leicestershire Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 4th January

Food and farming education charity The Country Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and adaptable Programme Officer to help bring food, farming, and the countryside to life for primary-aged children with the fewest opportunities. This unique role blends hands-on delivery of farm visits across Leicestershire with operational programme support for our national Farm Discovery team.

What you’ll do

Delivery (Local)

• Lead inspiring, safe, hands-on farm visits for children across Leicestershire.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local farmers and schools.
• Tailor experiences that spark curiosity and help children connect with food, farming, and the natural world.

Programme Support (National)

• Support the smooth running of the national Farm Discovery programme.
• Manage data, budgets, and reports to ensure high-quality, consistent delivery.
• Help refine systems, support meetings and recruitment, and contribute to programme monitoring and development.

About you

You’ll be a confident educator and communicator who:

• Loves engaging children through outdoor and food-based learning.
• Is highly organised, detail-driven, and comfortable managing programme information.
• Builds strong relationships with teachers, farmers, and colleagues.
• Is proactive, solution-focused, and committed to inclusion and safety.

Why join us

For over 40 years, The Country Trust has helped tens of thousands of children experience the countryside first-hand. As part of our warm, supportive national team, you’ll play a key role in shaping transformative learning—both in Leicestershire and across England and North Wales.

Application information

Visit: www.countrytrust.org.uk/get-involved/work-for-us

Applications must be submitted via our online application form.

Deadline: Midnight Sunday 4th January.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to safer recruitment.

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