Gardening Sessions Volunteer

TN United Kingdom; Accrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive organization is seeking enthusiastic gardening volunteers to lead sessions in a beautiful garden space. This role is perfect for individuals with a passion for gardening and experience in plant care and propagation. Volunteers will develop session ideas, engage participants in decision-making, and promote gardening activities. Enjoy flexible scheduling and the opportunity to share your expertise while making a positive impact in the community. Join a supportive team that values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Induction and Training

Dedicated Supervisor

Monthly Newsletter

Online Peer Support Group

Qualifications

• Good gardening knowledge including tool use and plant care.
• Experience with allotments or growing vegetables at home.

Responsibilities

• Develop ideas for gardening sessions and lead them.
• Share knowledge on plant cultivation and ensure health and safety.

Skills

Gardening Knowledge

Tool Use

Plant Care

Propagation

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a gardening volunteer to develop and facilitate sessions at our service. Our service users are eager to utilize our beautiful garden space. We prefer individuals with good gardening knowledge, including proper tool use, plant care, and propagation, who are enthusiastic about sharing their expertise.

The gardening sessions will be held weekly with flexible scheduling. If you enjoy gardening and have experience with allotments or growing vegetables at home, this is an ideal volunteering opportunity for you!

We support our volunteers through an induction, training, a dedicated supervisor, a monthly newsletter, and an online peer support group.

Volunteer Duties:

1. Develop ideas for gardening sessions.
2. Lead gardening sessions and involve participants in decision-making.
3. Share knowledge on plant cultivation and garden maintenance.
4. Clean up after sessions.
5. Promote sessions to service users.
6. Ensure health and safety protocols are followed.
7. Report concerns to staff.

To discuss volunteering opportunities, contact our Volunteer Department at 0161 236 0829 or email [emailprotected]. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and members of the LGBT+ community. We are an inclusive, anti-racist organization committed to equal opportunity.