Kathleen Chambers House is a care home for 39 service users, offering full care and support to older people with sight loss and additional disabilities.
This role involves maintaining the garden area ensuring the continued growth of the greenery at the school and children's home.
The post is subject to an Enhanced CRB check.
What will I be doing?
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Watering grass and plants
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Weeding
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Sweeping
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Litter picking in barked areas (minimal)
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Mowing the lawns
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Pruning plants/shrubs/bushes
What skills and qualities can I bring to this role?
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Reliability
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A fitness level suitable for gardening
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Enthusiasm
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Flexibility
When will I be needed?
During Office hours - days and hours to suit
Where will I be volunteering?
Outdoors at RNIB Kathleen Chambers House, Burnham on Sea.
What will I gain from the role?
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Personal satisfaction from seeing the residents enjoy the garden
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Being part of a committed and professional team
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Working outdoors
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Opportunity to develop your gardening skills
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You will also have the opportunity to work in nice surroundings, gain a deeper knowledge of gardening and meet new people.
What support will I be given?
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Induction
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Understanding Sight Loss Pack
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Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training
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Support from volunteer co-ordinator and Facilities Assistant/maintenance team
How do I apply?
To apply for this role, please complete and return the Application form (Word 79KB) to volunteering@rnib.org.uk.
If you would like the application form in a different format (such as standard print, large print, braille or audio) or if you have any general enquiries, please contact the Volunteering Team on: 0845 603 0575 or 01733 375 450 or email volunteering@rnib.org.uk