Are you passionate about community, creativity, and recovery?

River Garden is a vibrant therapeutic community set within 47 acres of stunning gardens and woodlands. We are dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, helping them rediscover their talents and develop new skills through meaningful work and connection.

We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team. This is a unique, hands-on role acting as the "custodian" of our outdoor spaces and a bridge to the wider community. You will lead weekend and midweek operations, ensuring our gardens remain a place of beauty, safety, and therapeutic growth.

Main Responsibilities

• Weekend Operational Lead: Manage volunteer rosters and delegate garden-based therapeutic tasks to residents and recovery workers.
• Social Enterprise Development: Lead the launch and management of "The Shop," our onsite retail outlet. You will train residents in retail skills, manage stock, and showcase River Garden products—from woodcraft to fresh produce.
• Event Leadership: Work with a Resident Event Committee to coordinate everything from monthly BBQs and open mics to community exchange events.
• Community Partnerships: Build bridges with local arts, sports, and conservation groups to ensure River Garden is a thriving, integrated hub.

About You

We are a #OneTeam that values warmth, regard, and a "can-do" attitude. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and specifically value experience in:

• Retail & Social Enterprise: Setting up and operating small-scale retail units.
• Land & Craft: Horticulture, landscaping, woodcraft, or general property maintenance.
• Creative Arts: Music, storytelling, or arts and crafts.
• Event Planning: Managing catering, hospitality, or community events.
• Lived Experience: We highly value applicants with lived experience of recovery.

Above all, you should be an empathetic, highly motivated individual who believes in the inherent potential of every person.

Our Values

At River Garden, we put people at the heart of everything we do, working with a personalised and creative approach to ensure every resident has a voice and feels ambitious for their future.

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It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.