Overview
Langley Trusthas an exciting volunteer opportunity for an enthusiastic, hands-on individual to join us in the role of Volunteer Gardener at our housing and resettlement services for clients with multiple needs.
We are looking for someone to take on the general maintenance of the grounds around our projects which are set to lawn and flower beds. We also have the opportunity to develop allotment areas for growing fruit and veg. You will be helping to create a positive environment where our clients, many with multiple needs, can enjoy an outdoor space where they can relax and engage with nature.
This will be hard work at times but for the right individual, this will be a rewarding experience and something to be proud of.
About LANGLEY TRUST
For over 65 years Langley Trust has been supporting people with convictions to transform their lives. As a Christian charity working across England, we believe everyone deserves another chance. With a wide range of services – including complex needs care, supported housing, and specialist advice services – our work prevents crime, promotes rehabilitation, and reduces the risks of re-offending.
Diversity and Inclusion is integral to Langley Trust. We’re committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.
Key responsibilities:
Working under the direction of the Service Manager you would:
- Be willing to work alongside our clients, encouraging and motivating them to get involved with gardening.
- Offer advice and guidance about gardening to the clients.
- Help to plan, develop and maintain our gardens
- Ensure a safe working environment for everyone working in the garden.
- Help ensure that all the garden equipment is correctly maintained and serviced, reporting any issues to the Project Manager.
- Help with cutting lawns and general weeding.
- Help to maintain the overall tidiness of our gardens
If you would like to join us as our Volunteer, please apply today, we would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: On going
We reserve the right to close our advert earlier if we receive sufficient applicants.
Please note that a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and that role offers will be subject to the Trust receiving satisfactory references.
This role is not eligible for consideration under the Employee Referral Scheme. For further information around the referring principals and scope, please consult the Employee Referral Scheme Guide.