Eastbrook Farm, near Swindon, Wiltshire, is offering an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in organic horticulture and agroforestry. This role could suit either an employed position or a self-employed business opportunity, depending on experience and ambition.
About the Farm & Growing Systems
Eastbrook Farm is a thriving, mixed organic farm with a strong focus on regenerative agriculture and short food supply chains. Alongside the main livestock operation, we run:
- Approximately 5 acres of field-scale organic vegetables
- A no-dig vegetable plot with polytunnel
- A maturing agroforestry system, producing top fruit and soft fruit
Produce from these enterprises supplies our on-site pub and hotel, farm shop, and selected wholesale customers.
The Role
The successful candidate will work across both horticulture and agroforestry, with tasks varying according to seasonal priorities. This is a hands-on, practical role with real scope to develop skills, responsibility and leadership over time.
You’ll be working as part of a knowledgeable and supportive team, with the opportunity to learn from highly experienced practitioners including Pete Richardson and Ben Raskin.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from someone who:
- Is committed to a career in organic growing, horticulture or agroforestry
- Either has relevant experience or is keen to learn and develop
- Is practical, reliable and enjoys physical outdoor work
- Works well as part of a team and brings a positive, constructive attitude
- Is interested in a long-term role with scope to grow and be fairly rewarded
Technical skills can be taught — enthusiasm, teamwork and commitment are essential.
What We Offer
- A role within a vibrant, values-led organic farming business
- The chance to develop a long-term career or enterprise
- A supportive, experienced team environment
- Fair reward, with scope to grow responsibility over time
- On-site cottage available, if required
How to Apply
If you’re interested in building a future in organic horticulture and agroforestry at Eastbrook Farm, we’d love to hear from you.
Please contact helen@helenbrowningsorganic.co.uk with a short introduction and details of your experience or ambitions.
