Here at Hadlow College, we have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individuals to join our Horticulture team on a casual basis!
The role will primarily be working on our nursery growing a range of plants with students and supporting students who are learning the skills of crop production. All the plants are grown peat free using sustainable materials where possible. In addition to this you will be supporting the production of two crops of hydroponic tomatoes grown in our Centre of Excellence for greenhouse growing in partnership with Thanet Earth. Our nursery has only be set up and running for 3 seasons and consists of a new twin span polytunnel, standing down areas and a new Venlo glasshouse.
We have a small strawberry and raspberry crop both grown in media and you would be supporting these trial crops too. All of these crops require daily attention so weekend work is part of the job and you would need to be on a weekend rota.
All of our plants are sold through our Pop Up plant sale which is on Campus, the successful candidate would be key in supporting this venture, working with the public helping them to select their plants so good plant knowledge is an advantage.
At times you would also be required to work alongside lecturers to help prepare practical sessions, support practical exams and to assist with the maintenance of tools and equipment.
This is a very exciting role, working on a varied range of crops using modern and traditional horticultural techniques.
The Role:
Where you’ll work: This role is based at our Hadlow campus.
Your hours: As and when required – No guaranteed hours; zero-hour contract.
Your pay: £12.21 Per Hour
The College:
North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.
The Benefits:
As part of the staff of North Kent College Business Services Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of North Kent College), you can look forward to excellent benefits such as a great hourly pay, holiday pay and enrolment onto the People’s Partnership pension scheme, free parking, and access to a range of onsite facilities, including a restaurant, gym and coffee shop.
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next role for you, please visit the North Kent College staff vacancies page to see the full job description and apply.
Please note that the closing date for applications is 29 June2025, with interviews scheduled to take place on 10 July 2025.
North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.
