Hospiscare is looking for a team of volunteer gardeners based in Honiton. This is an opportunity to volunteer with a well-loved and respected local charity.

Patients and their families find great solace in our gardens and we need skilled volunteers to keep them looking at their best.

Volunteer gardeners maintain the landscaping including weeding, planting, watering plants, applying fertiliser, removal of garden waste and other light duties.

Location

Kings House, Honiton

Activities of the role

These are the regular duties and responsibilities of the role:

• To maintain the grounds in line with the requirements of Hospiscare’s needs
• To ensure the grounds are tidy, well maintained and safe for staff, volunteers, patients and visitors.
• To respond to requests from the Maintenance Supervisor
• To remove any waste and put in the correct waste facility for collection or composting
• To maintain equipment and to keep the garden shed in good order and to report any issues to the Maintenance Supervisor

Skills and abilities

These are the skills and abilities that are needed for this role:

• Knowledge and expertise
  • Border maintenance
  • Pruning
  • Plant knowledge
• Experience
  • Professional or keen amateur gardener
  • Working in a team
• Personal Skills
  • Willingness to work outdoors
• Ability to manage time effectively without direct supervision
• Empathy, compassion and patience

We’ll offer you all the training and support you need to be fully equipped to volunteer safely and effectively.

For full details and an application form, please email volunteering@hospiscare.co.uk

Hospiscare promotes equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of sex, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Registered charity number 297798