An exciting opportunity has become available within Kew's School of Botanical Horticulture.This is a key role within the School of Botanical Horticulture team (Gardens Directorate). The School of Botanical Horticulture plans and delivers the Kew Diploma in Botanical Horticulture, the world’s premier horticultural qualification; along with other horticultural education and training programs including, Kew Specialist Certificates, Apprenticeships, Introduction to Horticulture and Kew Modular Certificates.The post holder is required to develop strong working relationships with staff, students and apprentices and visiting lecturers at all levels across the organisation. Key tasks include: Quality improvement of Kew’s horticulture training offer, development of new courses and new ways of learning; evaluation of teaching quality and learning outcomesSupport the day-to-day running and organisation of the School of Botanical Horticulture, providing technician supportRun aspects of the Kew Diploma, such as plant idents, vegetable plot project, and dissertation support. Liaise with horticulture teams to ensure learning quality outcomes and pastoral care Take students on day visits and field trips in the UK and overseas.Manage the Modular coursesAct as a point of contact to support students and apprentices wellbeingPlease refer to the Job Profile for a more comprehensive outline of the position.About UsThe Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi. Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.No agencies please.
