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Project Facilitator

Friends of Agnes Riley Gardens
Clapham Park, London

Posted: 10 Apr 2026

Deadline: 24 May 2026

Compensation: £120 per day

Paid Flexible hours Fixed term / contract

Job description

The Friends of Agnes Riley Gardens are looking for a Project Facilitator and Volunteer Coordinator to deliver weekly gardening sessions from May - September. The successful candidate will also support the Friends to build connections with local groups and secure ongoing volunteers. 

Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, this role focuses on creating a welcoming, inclusive, and well-maintained environment where local residents, groups, and schools can connect with nature, build skills, and strengthen community relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Community Gardening Sessions & Activities (Primary Focus)

• Plan and deliver weekly hands-on gardening sessions for local residents, community groups, and schools
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment for all participants
• Adapt sessions to support a range of needs, including neurodivergent participants and those who benefit from sensory or structured outdoor activities
• Share gardening knowledge in a practical, engaging, and accessible way
• Support set-up and pack-down for sessions and events
• Work with the Friends of Agnes Riley Gardens to identify and engage local groups to participate in sessions

 Volunteer Support & Coordination

• Support the recruitment of local volunteers
• Encourage volunteers to take part in sessions and garden maintenance
• Provide informal guidance and support during activities
• Help foster a sense of shared ownership and stewardship of the garden

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience delivering hands-on, group-based gardening or outdoor sessions
• Experience in community gardening or food growing
• Experience working with volunteers / Friends of groups 
• Experience designing and delivering sessions for diverse  and delivering sessions for participants with diverse needs
• Interest in biodiversity, sustainability, or nature-based work
• Confidence working with a wide range of people and community groups
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create inclusive environments
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Basic gardening knowledge or willingness to learn
• Enhanced DBS / DBS certificate  + UTR

Application information

Please email your CV and personal statement to friends@agnesrileygardens.org.uk

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