Community Garden Volunteer

Main activities:

 Working as part of a team

 help with the upkeep development and protection of the garden so that it can be enjoyed by everyone

 tidying up

 dead-heading

 weeding borders

 pruning trees, shrubs and plants

 propagating and nursery work

 grass cutting

 looking after garden machinery and equipment

 being a friendly face for visitors to the garden answering any questions they may have

 helping out with the planned development of the garden

Time Commitment: To be arranged but ideally 2 hours a week

Skills and Qualifications:

 Some experience of gardening would be an advantage but not essential

 Enjoy working as part of a team

 Reasonably fit

 Willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions

Training and Support • An initial induction will be given to all new volunteers • Volunteers will also be offered the opportunity to attend other training and development events relevant to their role • We will hold regular volunteer meetings to provide an opportunity to give feedback and contribute ideas, as well as meeting other volunteers