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Community Garden Volunteer

Posted for Renew169 Wellbeing Cafe

Are you a keen gardener? do you enjoy growing fruits and vegetables? would you like to work alongside people looking to improve their mental wellbeing and their gardening skills by sharing your knowledge of gardening and growing?

Allotments are in high demand and are costly, Renew169 Wellbeing have free access to plots at the Tove Valley Centre, Northampton Road, Towcester. 

They are looking to connect with like minded people to help with the new Community Garden Project on Tuesday and Thursday mornings once or twice a month.

Skills

  • Keen gardener with some basic knowledge of gardening and growing fruits and vegetables.  
  • Physically able to manage some digging and weeding.  
  • Experience of working on an allotment desirable, but not essential.  
  • Comfortable chatting to people and sharing your knowledge of gardening and growing.   
  • Empathy towards those who are struggling with their mental health.  
  • Ability to listen well.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    Over 18's
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When do I need to be available?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No Yes No Yes No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Tuesdays and/or Thursdays 10.30-1.00pm once, or twice a month.

Location

Tove Valley Centre Allotments
Northampton Road
Towcester
Northamptonshire
NN12 7AH

Register your Interest

Interests

  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Environment
  • Mental Health
  • Older People

Activities

  • Gardening
  • Practical Skills
  • Supporting People and Befriending

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