Volunteer Gardener

3 days ago

Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom Isabel Hospice Full time

Are you a gardener that enjoys working in the outdoors and would like to make a real difference to our patients and their families?

Our In Patient Unit and Living Well Centre gardens are a haven of peace and calm for our patients, visitors, and staff.

They are maintained all year round by a team of volunteer gardeners.

We are seeking green-fingered volunteers to help maintain our garden areas in and around the In-Patient Unit, our Living Well Centre, and our Head Office.

Ideally, we are seeking someone who is available on Mondays, but alternative time slots can be arranged.

**What you’ll be doing**:
Under the leadership of our facilities team, you will be assisting with:

- 'Dead heading' of plants
- Pruning shrubs and plants
- Leaf control
- Planting, weeding and sweeping
- General garden maintenance
- Being a friendly face for patients, families and visitors to the garden; and answering any questions they have, if able to do so
- Promoting the public’s understanding of the work of Isabel Hospice

**What’s in it for you?**
- Meet new people and learn new skills
- Work with a friendly team and be part of the Isabel family
- Support your local community
- Contribute to the provision of care to our patients
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Support with your career goals and personal development
- Opportunities to learn from longterm volunteers and staff
- Agreed upon travel expenses can be reimbursed

We ask that our volunteers are:

- At least 18 years old.
- Interested in volunteering for at least 6 months for at least 2 hours per week.

**Your Skills and Abilities**:

- Enjoy working outside
- Willingness to work within a team to make the most of our outdoor spaces
- Gardening skills

**Expectations**:

- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Isabel Hospice guidelines
- Have a professional and courteous manner in accordance with Isabel Hospice policies
- Demonstrate Isabel Hospice values
- Identify yourself as a volunteer while carrying out your duties

**Thank you for supporting Isabel Hospice, your contribution is very much appreciated.

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