Gardener - Kenbrook Care Home
Kenbrook care home, London
| Date posted | 17 July 2024 |
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| Closing date | 3 June 2025 |
Your role as a Volunteer Gardener will be to help the care home maintain or develop their garden space.
Tasks may include tidying beds, weeding, lawn mowing and other gardening jobs as required. You may also work with residents helping them to enjoy the care home gardens eg utilising raised beds for planting.
What are the benefits of becoming a volunteer?
By becoming a Volunteer Gardener, you can help create and maintain outdoor spaces for older people. You can also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development
How much time do I need to commit as a volunteer?
The advert details the days and times we're needing help at the moment. There may be other opportunities to volunteer at other time in the future. Generally, we ask for a minimum of one hour per week for at least six months.
What kind of support will I receive as a volunteer?
You will receive ongoing support and guidance from the Care Home team who will direct you, monitor your progress, and provide feedback. You will also have access to online resources, training opportunities, and peer support from other volunteers.
Travel expenses will be paid.
About you
- You are aged 18 or over
- You will have some gardening knowledge and skills, although this can be basic
- You will have good communication skills
- We would love it if you came with experience of garden maintenance, but it's not essential
- You will be able to be flexible
- You'll have an awareness of older people in the community
- You'll have a passion for people, and gardening
- A commitment to health and safety within the volunteering environment
- You will be able to maintain confidentiality at all times
- A commitment to MHA's values and policies.
Apply to become a volunteer
You can apply online by filling out a short application form. You will also need to complete a DBS check and attend an induction training session before you start your role. Before submitting your application, please take time to review the role description, which will detail any additional training which you will need to complete for this role. Our Central Volunteering Team will guide you through the application and recruitment process and be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
This is a rolling opportunity and all applicants will be contacted within two weeks time.