Horticulture Specialist

Job Description:

Location: Beeston, Nottinghamshire
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday
Competitive Daily Rate | Paid via PAYE

Are you passionate about horticulture and helping young people re-engage with education through hands-on learning? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a supportive and forward-thinking Alternative Provision (AP) setting in the Beeston area. The provision supports students who may have struggled in mainstream education and provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils can rebuild confidence and develop practical life skills.

They are now looking for a dedicated Horticulture Teacher to join their team and deliver engaging outdoor learning experiences that help students thrive.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical teaching, outdoor learning and supporting young people to succeed in a different educational environment.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Horticulture Teacher:

• Planning and delivering engaging horticulture and land-based learning sessions

• Supporting students through hands-on gardening and outdoor activities

• Teaching practical skills such as planting, plant care, soil preparation and garden maintenance

• Encouraging confidence, resilience and positive behaviour through practical learning

• Adapting lessons to meet the needs of students who may have social, emotional and behavioural needs (SEMH)

• Working closely with teaching staff, behaviour mentors and support teams

• Helping to maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

Temp-to-perm opportunity available for the right person.

✅ We’d Love to Hear from You If You:

• Have experience teaching or working in horticulture, gardening, land-based studies or outdoor education

• Are passionate about engaging young people through practical learning

• Have experience working with students in Alternative Provision, SEMH or behaviour-focused settings (desirable)

• Are calm, patient and resilient

• Communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of a team

• Understand safeguarding and child protection expectations

What You’ll Receive as a Horticulture Teacher with TeacherActive:

• Ongoing support from a friendly, dedicated consultant

• Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform

• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

• Competitive PAYE pay — no hidden costs or admin fees

• Up to £100 referral bonus for recommending another education professional (T&Cs apply)

• 24/7 support from our experienced team

If you’re ready to use horticulture and outdoor learning to inspire students and support them back into education, we’d love to hear from you.

✨ Apply today and help young people grow in confidence and skills!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.