Garden volunteer, working with vulnerable volunteers at The Gatton Trust (VASE) : Volunteering

To assist in maintaining the garden spaces while encouraging, supporting, and working alongside other volunteers who may have additional needs, helping them to gain confidence, skills, and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of gardening.

Key Responsibilities & Activities:

Support: Work collaboratively alongside vulnerable participants, encouraging them to participate in tasks, sharing gardening tips, and boosting their confidence.
Gardening Tasks: Assist with our gardening team in maintenance of the park and gardens, including weeding, planting, pruning, sowing seeds, and clearing leaves.

What skills do I need?

Required Skills & Personal Qualities:

Empathy & Patience: A calm, patient approach with an understanding of the needs of vulnerable people in the community.
Gardening Interest: A basic knowledge or passion for gardening and a willingness to learn.
Reliability: Commitment to attending scheduled sessions to provide consistency for participants.
Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a team alongside staff and other volunteers.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

Gardening sessions are from 9.30am - 1.00pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Parkland maintenance is Tuesday and Wednesday 9.30am - 1.00pm

Where does this role take place?

The Foundation Office
Gatton Park
Reigate
Surrey
RH2 0TW

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Register your interest

Ideal for people interested in
Disability
Environment
Mental Health

Ideal for people who like
Befriending & Buddying
Gardening

Details
Accessibility
Age restrictions
18+
DBS check required
Equal Opportunities Policy
Expenses reimbursed
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Training provided
Volunteer induction
Volunteer Policy
Volunteers covered by insurance
Written role description

Application Process
Application Form
Informal Discussion