Fwd: Fantastic Opportunity for Grower at Radford Mill Farm

[Simon Fairlie]

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> From: denise rowe <de8fish at yahoo.co.uk>
> Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2009 11:44:30 +0000 (GMT)
> Subject: Fantastic Opportunity for Grower at Radford Mill Farm
> To: abbie <abigailnnorth at wildmail.com>
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> please circulate xxx
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> Fantastic Opportunity for Grower at Radford Mill Farm
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> Head Grower
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> Radford Mill Farm, a 108-acre organic farm situated in a picturesque
> valley between Bristol and Bath, warmly invites applications for the
> position of 'Head Grower'. This exciting project is run by a diverse
> and creative community who are committed to a shared vision of
> low-impact agriculture while developing a high-impact programme of
> arts, education, and cultural activities.
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> We are looking for an exceptional candidate who combines a strong  
> track
> record in commercial growing with a love for working with people and a
> passion for educating others. The following abilities are essential:
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> - plan and manage crop production on a small-to-medium scale;
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> - integrate and communicate effectively with an existing management
> team;
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> - manage and develop customer relationships;
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> - work effectively with short and long term volunteers;
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> - share knowledge and skills with people of all ages and  
> backgrounds as
> part of a growing educational programme;
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> Candidates will have a strong desire to live in a residential
> community, and be committed to the process of personal development  
> that
> this demands. They will have a positive attitude, excellent
> communication skills, the ability to keep calm under pressure, and be
> driven to sell excellent quality organic produce to local markets.
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> The growing operation will start between 2-5 acres, with huge  
> potential
> for growth. Outlets are varied: food is sold directly to the public on
> site catering for an extensive programme of workshops, courses and
> events, to our farm shop in Bristol, and to other local shops,
> businesses and restaurants. There is a clear opportunity to develop a
> CSA / Harvest Share scheme on top of this.
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> This is a full time position and includes accommodation. Community
> wages are set according to an 'equal pay for equal time' policy,
> including a profit-share scheme. This is an opportunity to develop  
> your
> own role as part of an evolving community of inspired people who are
> determined to show the world that there is a kinder, gentler and more
> creative way of living.
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> Holidays will be 6 weeks per year pro rata. To apply, please email  
> your
> CV to Mark Boyle at mark at radfordmillfarm.co.uk, or if you have any
> questions please feel free to phone us on 01761 479 525.
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