Gardening Volunteer
We’re looking for a passionate Gardening Volunteer to help develop and maintain the garden at our supported living service in Chapeltown. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great opportunity to make a real difference, enriching the lives of people with support needs.
The service has a large garden which we would like to develop into a more welcoming space for the people we support to enjoy. Our contract gardener is responsible for the basic maintenance of the space but we are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to take it to the next level! Activities may include planting flowers and vegetables, tending to beds, and helping keep our outdoor spaces tidy and welcoming. If you have a passion for gardening and bringing ideas to life, we’d be delighted to hear from you!
This role is for a supported living service in Chapeltown, supporting adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. The service is located around a 15-minute walk from Chapeltown station.
Volunteer Duties:
– Work with staff to plan a more engaging and enjoyable garden space, in line with the needs and interests of the people we support
– Engage in gardening activities including planting, watering and light maintenance
– Ensure all areas are tidied and tools are cleaned and stored appropriately
– Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
– Understand and work within Creative Support Policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
– Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided
Hours: Flexible days and times
Application Instructions:
To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support of have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on 0161 236 0829 or email volunteer@creativesupport.co.uk.
Application Instructions:
In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.
If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
