Trainee Grower

Job Title: Seasonal Trainee Grower – Sims Hill Shared Harvest, Bristol
Work Hours : 2 days a week by negotiation (8 hours per day)
Sims Hill Shared Harvest is a Community Supported Agriculture cooperative based in Frenchay on the edge of Bristol. We are seeking applicants for the post of Seasonal Trainee Grower to assist our Farm Manager and Assistant Grower team during the busier summer months.
Sims Hill Shared Harvest grows mixed vegetables for around 120 members who each receive a weekly veg share throughout the year. Our vegetables are grown using organic standards across 3 acres of cultivated field space and 5 polytunnels. The growing area is split across the Sims Hill site and some space at the nearby Feed Bristol project which is run by Avon Wildlife Trust.
This post will suit someone looking to develop their skills as a market gardener/veg grower in a community setting. The trainee will work alongside the current growing team with a focus on teaching the trainee a broad range of skills associated with growing vegetables on this scale. There may be an occasional need to work alone and also carry out watering tasks some weekends.
Harvesting produce using agreed methods and ensuring quality control
Weighing, packaging and organising for distribution
Interest in sustainable food production and the desire to put that interest into practice
Willingness to work outdoors in all weathers