Greenfingers is a horticultural therapy project for adults with learning disabilities based at Elizabeth Road allotments in Basingstoke. Each session, Service Users participate in a variety of gardening, horticultural and occasional craft activities planned to cater for the varying needs of attenders.
We expect you as a volunteer to support our users in gardening and horticulture tasks, to assist them develop their confidence, independence and social skills and to enjoy doing it!
Skills
Knowledge of gardening and horticulture are welcome, ability to communicate with people confidently, be friendly and have a good level of empathy, care and compassion.
Training provided. On commencing you will shadow a member of staff and senior volunteers until you feel confident to undertake tasks on your own.
You will receive regular feedback on your achievements, performance and commitment as a volunteer.
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
16+ - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Recruitment Process
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Flexible - Monday to Friday
Location
Elizabeth Road Allotments
Elizabeth Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG22 6AX