RNIB Pears Centre for Specialist Learning offers specialist education, 52 week residential care, therapies and healthcare for young people with sight loss, multiple disabilities and complex health needs. The on-site school also offers education to a small number of pupils who attend on a daily basis.
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 Pears Centre for Specialist Learning, Coventry
What will I gain from the role?
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Job satisfaction
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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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Refreshment breaks
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Support from volunteer co-ordinator - Facilities Assistant/maintenance team
How do I apply?
To apply for this role please complete and return the
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 37 54 50 or email
volunteering@rnib.org.uk