Volunteer Gardener

Lancashire
Brainkind have a network of services across the UK that support people with acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions. Our neurological centres, residential homes, hospitals, and supported living services across the UK are there to help people wherever they are in their journey.
Why volunteer with Brainkind?
If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling volunteer experience, where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of others, Brainkind is the perfect place for you. By joining us, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive and inclusive family dedicated to creating positive change.
**About the role**:
If you love gardens, you will know they need a lot of care and attention. In this role you will be helping with everyday practical tasks to keep centre gardens looking their best.
**Activities may include**:

- Clearing overgrown areas or developing sensory sections in the garden
- Engaging in general garden maintenance tasks such as weeding, hedge cutting, raking, and deadheading
- Planting flowers, plants, or vegetables
- Sweeping paths and removing leaves to maintain a clean and tidy garden environment
- Help with planning and development of our outdoor spaces[TC1]

**How often we would like your support**:
Ideally, we hope you would volunteer every week or fortnight; however, all our roles are flexible, and times should be agreed with your local centre.
**What we hope you will bring to the role**:

- A basic knowledge of plants
- The patience and ability to work in varying weather conditions
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- A friendly and supportive approach
- Enthusiasm and self-motivation
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**What you can expect from us**:
We want to provide a volunteering environment that is inclusive, stimulating, friendly and supportive. As part of our commitment to you we will:

- Ensure you have a clear idea of what your role involves
- Make sure you have all the training you need
- Ensure you feel appreciated and respected
- Provide you with regular support
- Ask for feedback and provide you with opportunities to help shape our future
- Celebrate your successes and recognise your contribution
- Resolve any concerns or complaints promptly and fairly
- Reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses

**Some of the benefits to you**:

- Gain valuable experience and skills
- Make a real difference
- Join a supportive and welcoming community of volunteers and employees that celebrate diversity and individual differences
- Make new friends and feel connected
- Build your confidence and improve your own wellbeing
- Enhance your CV and future job opportunities

**More information about volunteering**:
In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this profile, all Brainkind volunteers should be aware of their specific responsibilities:

- Demonstrate a commitment to undertaking relevant checks, training, and following all Brainkind’s policies and procedures
- Adhering to health and safety and fire regulations and cooperate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety
- Promoting a positive attitude towards diversity and inclusion
- Demonstrating a commitment to Brainkind’s aims, objectives and core values
- All volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information, including following data protection regulations, to protect those that we support

Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It’s a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information, including following data protection regulations, to protect those that we support