Volunteer Gardener - Ashford

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

Job summary

A local hospice organization in Ashford is seeking Volunteer Gardeners to maintain their gardens. This role involves joining a team to perform tasks like tidying, weeding, and pruning. No previous gardening experience is necessary, but volunteers should enjoy outdoor work and be reliable. You'll have the opportunity to meet new people and gain gardening knowledge while contributing to your local community.

Benefits

Opportunity to meet new people

Gain gardening experience

Qualifications

• Enjoy being outdoors and have a genuine interest in gardening.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Good physical health and a sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the gardens at the Ashford hospice.
• Support various tasks such as tidying, weeding, and pruning.
• Work with minimum supervision while adhering to health and safety.

Job description

Pilgrims Hospices seeks Volunteer Gardeners to maintain the gardens at the Ashford hospice.

Detailed Description

Pilgrims Hospices is seeking Volunteer Gardeners to help maintain the beautiful and welcoming grounds at our Ashford hospice. Working under the guidance of the Maintenance Team and Hospice Services Manager, you will join an enthusiastic group of volunteers to support a variety of tasks, including tidying and weeding, keeping outdoor areas clean, assisting with pruning and composting, and providing general gardening help. While some basic gardening experience is helpful, it is not essential; we are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who enjoy working as part of a team. In this role,

Activities you will be doing

N/A

What skills are required for this role

Building & Maintenance

Why these skills are required

Volunteer Gardeners should enjoy being outdoors and have a genuine interest in working in the garden. No previous experience is required, but a willingness to learn and to work as part of a team is essential. Volunteers should be aware of basic health and safety considerations, particularly when using gardening equipment, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Reliability, flexibility, good communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are important. While basic gardening or planting knowledge is desirable, it is not essential. Volunteers should also be in good physical health, show tact and diplomacy, have a good sense of humour, and ensure their tetanus vaccination is up to date before starting.

What is in it for you

We offer volunteers the opportunity to use their skills to support and complement our work while becoming part of an enthusiastic team at the heart of the local community. You will have the chance to gain gardening experience alongside a dedicated group of volunteers, meet new people, and build lasting friendships.

Time Commitment

A minimum of one morning per week.

Location

Postcode: TN24 0NE

Role Address: N/A

Directions: Pilgrims Hospice, Hythe Road, Willesborough, Ashford, TN24 0NE

Number of volunteers required

2

Application Process

• Application Form
• ID Check
• References
• Informal Discussion (may include an interview)