Gardener Volunteer (Tower Hamlets)

What You'll Do: 
  • Inspire and motivate staff and people in the services to get involved in maintaining and growing the garden
  • To provide tips on how to maintain and grow the garden - sowing seeds, planting bulbs, taking cuttings
  • Provide basic maintenance such as cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf raking
  • Lead in planting and nurturing new trees, flowers, and various plants
  • Provide best practice on how to use the correct gardening tools
  • Inspire people in our services and staff to maintain a clean garden
  • Advise staff on the costs of plants and garden necessities
Why You'll Love It: 
  • You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
  • We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
What You'll Learn: 

You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!

What We're Looking For: 

The skills you need

  • A basic knowledge/ experience of plant care and use of gardening tools
  • Calm and patient approach
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Mental Health
Tower Hamlets
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Communicating
Requirements: 
DBS check
Over 18 years old
Training

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