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Child & Youth Project Manager (Maternity Cover)

St Werburghs City Farm
Bristol

Posted: 29 Jan 2026

Deadline: 11 Mar 2026

Compensation: £27,803 pro rata

Paid Part-time Fixed term / contract

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Job description

St Werburghs City Farm is a vibrant community hub in the heart of Bristol. Our mission is to enhance the skills, health, and build social connections for people of all ages, including those experiencing a range of disadvantages, through volunteering and educational opportunities.

The Farm runs daily services for young people struggling in mainstream education. The Child and Youth manager leads all our work with young people including alternative learning placements, youth club, holiday activities and school visits along with other short-term or ‘pop-up’ activities.

We are looking for an organised and reliable person who can ensure the smooth running of our established Child and Youth project during this period of maternity cover. You will be someone who is passionate about outdoor education and experienced in supporting young people with varying needs to learn new skills, develop their self-esteem and make social connections.

Salary: £27,803 pro rata  (actual salary of £16,681.80 for 21 hours per week)

Application information

Visit our website here: https://swcityfarm.co.uk/work-with-us/

Download the full job description and application form. 

Complete the application form and submit it by email to: office@swcityfarm.co.uk 

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About St Werburghs City Farm

St Werburghs City Farm connects people through land, nature, and food. Each year, we engage 60,000 people in spaces and services that build resilience, reduce isolation, and strengthen community. Our activities include accredited gardening and animal care placements for adults with learning disabilities, animal husbandry courses for inner-city children, woodland crafts for adults experiencing poor mental health, and conservation courses for wellbeing.

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