Volunteer Gardener – Chailey Heritage Foundation

Uckfieldvolunteer; Chailey; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charity located in Chailey is looking for volunteers to assist in maintaining sensory gardens for young people with disabilities. Volunteers will help create magical spaces that offer peace and connection. A flexible schedule is available, especially on Wednesday mornings. Previous gardening experience is not necessary, but you should have a willingness to learn and may need to obtain an enhanced DBS. Join us to share your love for nature and gardening!

Benefits

Community involvement

Fresh air and exercise

Opportunity to learn new skills

Qualifications

• Enjoy gardening or being outdoors.
• Willing to learn new skills.
• Need to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Help create sensory gardens for young people.
• Maintain the gardens alongside other volunteers.

Job description

Living with complex disabilities can be overwhelming and isolating. Our Charity is here for children and young people living with physical disabilities, complex medical and communication needs. We’re here to listen and explore life-changing possibilities together. Our outstanding school, welcoming residential homes and bustling centre combining gym and art therapy, a farm and café create a thriving community of support. Our expert team dedicate time, patience and curiosity to nurturing the potential of every child and young person who comes to us. By sharing our skills and expertise within and beyond our sector, more children and young people are able to benefit from our approaches.

About this opportunity

🌱 Help Our Gardens Grow – Volunteer with Us! 🌷 Chailey Heritage Foundation

Do you love nature and enjoy gardening? Join our friendly team and help create magical, sensory spaces for the young people at Chailey Heritage Foundation and their families to enjoy.

We have several unique gardens, including our beautiful Celebration Garden, specially designed as a sensory experience. These spaces offer moments of peace, connection, and joy—and we need your help to keep them thriving.

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just enjoy being outdoors and getting your hands dirty, we’d love to welcome you!

Why volunteer with us?

• 🌼 Be part of a warm and welcoming community
• 🌞 Enjoy the benefits of fresh air, exercise, and shared purpose
• 🌻 Learn new skills or share your gardening know-how

The amount of time you volunteer is flexible. It is also dependent on the weather and time of year. The group of gardeners meet on Wednesday mornings, but other times are available.

Volunteers require an enhanced DBS due to working on site.

For more information

For more information please either come in and see us at Wealden Volunteering, or call us on 01825 760019, or email us at [e-mail]