Gardener Volunteers

Role Description

Gardener Volunteers

Location: Sittingbourne (Kent)

Time commitment: 1-2 hours weekly/biweekly

We are looking for volunteers to help create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces for the people we support at our supported living service in Sittingbourne. We are looking for gardener volunteers to do weeding, pruning and planting in the outdoor spaces. If you have a passion for gardening and helping others, this is the perfect role for you

The garden is divided into sections and has a “secret garden” with a pond that we are hoping to rejuvenate with the help of our volunteers.

Our supported living service in Sittingbourne has a lovely, welcoming family feel with a very passionate team who are dedicated to their roles and the people we support. They are really looking forward to welcoming volunteers to the team Skills required  In order to become one of our gardener volunteers you will be: Knowledgeable about plants Confident using gardening equipment Punctual and reliable Friendly and approachable Please note that you will need to be  over the age of 18  in order to apply for this role. To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply' button below and complete the application form. Upon receipt of your application, a member of our friendly Volunteering Team will contact you for an informal chat and to explain about the next steps. To ensure the safety of the people we support, we require a DBS check and two satisfactory references before a volunteer role is confirmed. As you will be volunteering directly with vulnerable individuals, you will also be required to undertake safeguarding training, as well as any training which is specific to the role. About Us 

At SeeAbility we specialise in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to realise their goals each and every day.

We encourage people with disabilities to challenge what they expect from life, from themselves and from wider society.

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK and has pioneered specialist support for over 220 years.

If you have any queries or would like to speak to a member of the Volunteering Team before applying, please email us at Our Benefits This is a fantastic opportunity to give something positive back to society and have a direct impact on people’s lives. Gardening is a great way to get out and about, stay fit and meet new people. Volunteers can claim travel expenses. About The Company

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