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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint a Team Leader in Horticulture and Landscaping.
Team Leader in Horticulture and Landscaping
| Capel Manor College
Location: Enfield
Salary: £34,180- £45,146 inclusive of London Weighting
Full Time: Permanent
Closing Date: 20/04/2025
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint a Team Leader in Horticulture and Landscaping.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing and developing a curriculum area (RHS) within the department and will work collaboratively and innovatively with staff to lead a culture of self-assessment and continuous improvement, promoting high standards of teaching and learning within the area, and producing high standards of student achievement, progression and value added. The Team Leader acts as Lead Internal Verifier and ensures all quality assurance procedures are fully complied with. They will actively ensure a high quality of provision in response to student and employer/industry needs and promote new ways of teaching.
We welcome applications from experienced curriculum managers looking for a new challenge and outstanding classroom practitioners looking for their first move into a management position. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture and/or RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development. They will hold a HND, degree, or similar in horticulture or relevant discipline. Experience of working in the Horticulture industry is essential and industry-related competency tickets would be beneficial.
About the College
Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment. As London’s environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land-based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London’s wildlife, national parks and green spaces. Capel Manor College offers excellent staff benefits. These include generous annual leave, access to a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP. For further information on staff benefits, please click here.
At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members to share and uphold this commitment.
Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.
We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged. Please note we will not be considering applicants who have applied to this role previously.
Benefits of Working for Us
We offer our staff with competitive salary ranges and with a great benefits package that includes:
Academic staff and those on Leadership and Management scales receive 45 days of leave. Business and Learning Support staff get 30-32 days, with an additional five days after four years of service. All entitlements include bank holidays
Academic staff can join the Teacher’s Pension Scheme, while Business and Learning Support staff can join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Both are defined benefit schemes offering tax-free lump sums at retirement, ill-health benefits, and financial protection for dependents.
We offer various personal development opportunities, including support for unqualified lecturers to study the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. We also run five all-staff continual professional development (CPD) days annually.
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Staff can consult with a GP 24/7, and their household members can access the service too.
The College offers a 24/7 confidential helpline for staff and their families providing counselling and advice. The service provides emotional help, support with family issues, legal advice, health and wellbeing advice and financial wellbeing guidance.
In partnership with Halfords our staff can purchase bikes and equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme.
The College has partnered with Calm, the #1 mental health app, for stress relief, improved sleep, and overall wellness
The College has a long service award scheme, designed to recognise and celebrate the dedication and contributions of our long-standing team members. The scheme includes payment for reaching service milestones ranging from £100 for 5 years’ service through to £1,250 for 25 years’ service.
Free, on-site parking at our Enfield, Mottingham and Crystal Palace Park campuses.
We offer free eye tests and glasses for computer users, plus seasonal flu vaccinations.
Free entry for staff and one guest to our Gardens and some annual events.
How To Apply
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