This is a rare and exciting opportunity for the right candidate to help shape and drive the next stage of our farm journey. 

We are seeking to appoint a Farm and Enrichment Leader to join our team. The role will be based at Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls, but will also involve working with schools across the Trust to support and develop enrichment opportunities. 

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a hands-on environment with large and small animals, poultry and waterfowl, alongside good knowledge and understanding of animal and bird husbandry. You will be responsible for maintaining high levels of animal welfare at the farm and training students in animal husbandry.  

You will be required to stay abreast of DEFRA requirements, alongside actively promoting animal welfare in school and across the Trust when delivering farm sessions and drafting written submissions for the school bulletin. 

As Farm and Enrichment Leader you will also contribute to a wider programme of enrichment activities at FBA and across the Trust, including Forest School and other outdoor learning opportunities. 

This post is a support role but also carries important leadership responsibilities. We are looking to recruit a candidate with proven experience of working with children and young people, who is able to plan and deliver engaging, practical and creative learning experiences. The successful candidate will be confident in working both independently and collaboratively, and will play an important role in supporting the educational and personal development of our students. 

You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills and will be hardworking, flexible and professional in your approach. You will have high expectations of yourself and others, demonstrating energy, initiative and enthusiasm, and will contribute positively to the continued success of the farm and the wider ethos and values of the school. 

This position is based on a sole candidate; however, applications from candidates interested in a job-share arrangement will also be warmly welcomed. 

The working hours will be four days from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch). On the fifth day, timings will be adjusted - via either a later start or an extended afternoon - to support our after-school club. Specific hours for this day will be agreed upon with the successful candidate(s).

This is a unique opportunity to join a committed and supportive team and to play a key role in developing a distinctive and inspiring learning environment for our students. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for outdoor learning, enrichment and providing meaningful experiences that support young people to thrive. 

The successful candidate will:

• Have a genuine enthusiasm and passion for making a difference in students‘ lives   
• Consistently model high standards of workplace conduct
• Produce high-quality, accurate documentation every time.
• Expertly manage multiple tasks through strategic planning.
• Have the capacity to energize both students and staff.
• Have exceptional communication skills. and be proactive team player
• Be ready to pivot and evolve alongside the school’s needs.
• Be highly organized and efficient in all administrative duties.
• Bring a sense of humour and a balanced perspective to the role.

In return we can offer you

• Students who are enthusiastic and keen to learn
• The chance to work in a fantastic school community set in beautiful grounds, and excellent facilities, including an art gallery and our own railway
• A well-experienced, qualified and forward-thinking community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Welcoming and friendly colleagues
• Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools (ICGS)
• Access to the Schools Advisory Service (SAS), the Trust’s employee well-being support and medical programme. This includes 24-hour-a-day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.
• Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren
• Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route

For further information about this role, please email recruitment@lifeeducationtrust.com. Visits to the school are welcomed.

The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding' for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management. The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.

At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefs at the heart of everything we do: Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion. We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.

The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.

We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.