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.
By volunteering as a Gardening Support Volunteer you can help us to maintain the garden area and ensure the continued growth of the greenery.
This role will not require a DBS 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