Job Description
Job description
Details
Reference number
371058
Salary
£30,200
per annum (pro rata) [Band C]
Job grade
Executive Officer
Band C
Contract type
Permanent
Business area
RBGK - Horticulture, Learning and Operations
Type of role
Education and Training
Working pattern
Shift working
Number of jobs available
8
Contents
Location
About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
Apply and further information
Location
London, London (region), TW+ 3AE
About the job
Job summary
Schools are integral to our work and vision, with a broad curriculum-linked programme for visiting schools which spans early years, primary, secondary and tertiary education. Our aim is to inspire and develop lifelong connections with the natural world and foster dialogue around the need for sustainable lifestyles.
The zero hours Learning Programme Teacher role mainly consists of delivery of our onsite education sessions, with themes including plant adaptations, evolution, conservation, ecosystems and much more. The role requires you to follow set lesson plans to achieve learning outcomes.
This is a permanent post is based at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and is a zero hours contract, with most of your hours being completed during term time and during our busy periods from March to October.
This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
Job description
Our ideal candidate will have significant experience of teaching in a formal setting or delivering environmental education programmes to pupils from a variety of key stages. You will be required to teach all age groups from early years to key stage 5.
The ideal candidate will have an ability to inspire and engage pupils and teachers with enthusiasm, passion and a friendly manner. You must have excellent interpersonal skills to work successfully within a team and with external stakeholders.
Person specification
Please see job description for full requirements.
When writing your job application, please give examples of how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification section – these will be scored.
No CVs please.
Interviews will take place w/c 11th November.
A provisional start date of 13th January 2026 has been set.
Benefits
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.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
If you are interested in this position, please visit the provided weblink and submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Apply and further information
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Name :
jobs@kew.org
Email :
jobs@kew.org
Recruitment team
Email :
jobs@kew.org
Details
Reference number
371058
Salary
£30,200
per annum (pro rata) [Band C]
Job grade
Executive Officer
Band C
Contract type
Permanent
Business area
RBGK - Horticulture, Learning and Operations
Type of role
Education and Training
Working pattern
Shift working
Number of jobs available
8
Contents
Location
About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
Apply and further information
Location
London, London (region), TW+ 3AE
About the job
Job summary
Schools are integral to our work and vision, with a broad curriculum-linked programme for visiting schools which spans early years, primary, secondary and tertiary education. Our aim is to inspire and develop lifelong connections with the natural world and foster dialogue around the need for sustainable lifestyles.
The zero hours Learning Programme Teacher role mainly consists of delivery of our onsite education sessions, with themes including plant adaptations, evolution, conservation, ecosystems and much more. The role requires you to follow set lesson plans to achieve learning outcomes.
This is a permanent post is based at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and is a zero hours contract, with most of your hours being completed during term time and during our busy periods from March to October.
This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
Job description
Our ideal candidate will have significant experience of teaching in a formal setting or delivering environmental education programmes to pupils from a variety of key stages. You will be required to teach all age groups from early years to key stage 5.
The ideal candidate will have an ability to inspire and engage pupils and teachers with enthusiasm, passion and a friendly manner. You must have excellent interpersonal skills to work successfully within a team and with external stakeholders.
Person specification
Please see job description for full requirements.
When writing your job application, please give examples of how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification section – these will be scored.
No CVs please.
Interviews will take place w/c 11th November.
A provisional start date of 13th January 2026 has been set.
Benefits
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.
Things you need to know
Selection process details
If you are interested in this position, please visit the provided weblink and submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Apply and further information
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
Name :
jobs@kew.org
Email :
jobs@kew.org
Recruitment team
Email :
jobs@kew.org
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Learning Programme Teacher |Zero Hours position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.