Friendly Gardening Companion

**Job Advert**:
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- Do you feel at home in the garden? Are you most comfortable in the flowerbeds? Like to share a laugh on the lawn?- If this sounds familiar and you would like to make a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability, read on- We support a charming and independent lady in Street who would like a volunteer to help out with some simple upkeep in the garden. Although there will certainly be some work to do, she would especially like someone who is kind, patient, and up for a laugh. In a way, the gardening is an excuse to have a good time with a friend- Visits would be flexible around you, but would ideally be once or twice a month, for a couple of hours a time.- For this role we would be required to collect 2 references, and to run a DBS check.- Please click on the Role Profile tab at the bottom of this page for more information about the role.**or**-
**Benefits**:
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- Know that you are having a positive impact in the lives of people with a learning disability.
- Enjoy an active outdoors volunteer role
- Induction to the service and volunteer role
- A settling in period to make sure this is the right role for you
- To feel fully supported in your role
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed (e.g. travel and activity costs)
- The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team
- The opportunity to learn new skills
- To feel appreciated and valued for my contribution

**About Mencap**:
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**1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability.**

We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

**Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, **while having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.