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Octopus Community Network
North Islington, London
Posted: 8 Jun 2026
Deadline: 25 Jun 2026
Compensation: £32,671 per annum
Living Wage employer
Paid Full-time Fixed term / contract
Job description
We’re looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is excited about leading a project focused upon creating pathways for pollinators, developing tree trails, and empowering local people to reconnect with nature in meaningful ways. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives outdoors, enjoys working flexibly and collaboratively, and wants to make a lasting environmental and social impact.
You will bring to the role a genuine passion for nature, biodiversity and urban growing, coupled with experience in community engagement, outreach and development. You will be confident in leading a programme of work with partners and collaborators, along with diverse communities and volunteers. Having the ability to inspire others through hands-on learning, your collaborative and flexible approach will inspire others to engage in outdoor activities in all seasons.
We are committed to building an inclusive team where everyone can thrive and through this role we particularly welcome applications from people currently under-represented in the sector.
£32,671 per annum - full-time (37.5 hours per week), plus 5% pension contribution
Application information
Please download and complete the application form found on this page of our website.
Return your application by email to info@octopuscommunities.org.uk.
If submitting by post, send to Julie Parish, Caxton House Community Centre, 129 St John’s Way, Islington N19 3RQ, marking your envelope as Private and Confidential. Your completed application should be received by 10am on Thursday 25th June 2026.
Interviews will take place on Friday 3rd July in Islington.
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About Octopus Community Network
Established in 1999 the Octopus Community Network (Octopus) is a group of pioneering community organisations working collaboratively to provide services and opportunities that support the most deprived communities in London. The Urban Growing programme is rooted in community-led development, working with our diverse communities to identify land for growing, developing that land, and establishing thriving green spaces and food growing places.
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