Community Engagement Lead Consultancy
Can you help Turn End build new communities and audiences around architecture, horticulture, making and gardening?
With growing interest in Turn End as a space for learning, we need to know more about what audiences need from us and why. Now in its 60th year, this unique mid-century modern site has the potential to reach many more people in the local and wider community. While most design and art-focused houses have taken on a second life as a museum, the Trust feels strongly that the legacy of Turn End should remain a living, active place where people can engage in different ways, and feel like they are exploring a home, not a museum.
We’re seeking an experienced educator, skilled in establishing and growing partnerships within educational settings and community groups. As a community engagement lead, you’ll have a track record in developing and leading new areas of engagement work. We’re looking for someone enthusiastic, personable and organised who will work alongside Turn End’s Head Gardener and Estate Manager, the Trust’s Membership and Events Co-ordinator, and its Board of Trustees.
This consultancy will aim to build new relationships with local audiences who are not yet engaged with Turn End. Projects with Early Years and Families groups, Primary and Secondary Schools, Universities and local cultural partners will inspire and excite new audiences about architecture, horticulture and sustainability. Whether simply to enjoy respite from a busy life within the quiet of the garden or to learn new skills in woodworking, design and horticulture, the Trust believes Turn End has a unique and exciting potential to help shape lives and grow new communities of learning.
The consultancy is funded via a grant from the Rothschild Foundation and must be completed by 31st July 2028. This role is offered as a freelance consultancy contract working remotely, as well as attending existing local events as the projects you programme. It is anticipated it will require around one day per week (138 days in total) over approximately 36 months. Total funding for this consultancy will not exceed £30,000 (inclusive of VAT)
For full details about the role, including the job description and person specification, please click here.
To apply for the role, please send your CV and your proposal with a budget breakdown via email for the attention of our co-chairs of the Trustees - Gary Collins and Lynda Farmer.
Closing date: Friday 18th July 2025.
Interviews will take place online at a mutually convenient date and time between Monday
28th July and Friday 1st August 2025.
It is anticipated that a contract will be awarded by Friday 15th August 2025.
