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Gardening Volunteer

Posted 1 hour 57 minutes ago by CENTREPOINT

Permanent

Not Specified

Charity & Voluntary Jobs

Tyne And Wear, Sunderland, United Kingdom, SR6 7

Job Description

As a Gardening Volunteer, you'll be helping staff and young parents to make their garden space fantastic! We have communal, raised bed, and wildflower spaces. We'd love a passionate green fingered volunteer to develop a family friendly garden with us.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Perform gardening duties including weeding, digging, pruning, planting, sweeping paths, removing weeds, cleaning, general repairs and ad hoc duties as assigned.
Help maintain the gardens and grounds in a good condition together with various displays of plants.
Assist with planning and development of garden and grounds.
Someone who can pass on skills and passion to young parents

ESSENTIAL

Passionate and knowledgeable about gardening and maintenance
Good levels of numeracy and literacy
IT competent - able to use Microsoft Office including Microsoft Teams
Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with young people, other volunteers and staff
Ability to remain calm when involved with challenging individuals and situations
Understanding of the importance of teamwork and a strong commitment to being part of a team
Be reliable and have a positive outlook