We offer a range of services aimed at individuals and families in and around Coventry.
Safe and Supported Accommodation.
Valley House provides specialist accommodation for individuals and families ...
Gardening Volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Organisation role
Contact person
Melissa Murray
Provided
#98180
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Make a difference through gardening. Valley House is looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteer gardeners to help maintain and improve our outdoor spaces.
Our gardens play an important role in creating a welcoming, safe and pleasant environment for the people who access our services. By volunteering with us you will help enhance the well-being of our community while developing your gardening skills and gaining valuable experience.
What you'll be doing:
- Planting watering and caring for flowers, shrubs and plants
- Pruning and general garden maintenance
- Weeding and maintaining garden beds
- Lawn care, grass cutting and trimming hedges
- Keeping outdoor areas tidy and welcoming
- Supporting seasonal gardening projects and improvements
- Safe use of gardening equipment, including lawn mowers and hedge trimmers (training provided where required)
- Supporting landscaping and garden improvement projects
- Always following health and safety guidance
What we're looking for:
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop new skills
- An interest in gardening and outdoor work
- Previous gardening experience is desirable, but not essential
- Ability to carry out light gardening tasks
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow health and safety procedures
Personal Qualities:
- Friendly, reliable, and approachable
- Positive attitude and willingness to help others
- Adaptable and able to work in different weather conditions
- Enthusiastic about contributing to the local community
- Keen to learn and share knowledge with others
What you’ll gain:
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community
- Practical gardening experience
- A chance to meet new people and be part of a positive team
- References after a successful period of volunteering
- Volunteering experience to strengthen your CV and future job applications
- Personal satisfaction from helping create enjoyable outdoor spaces for others
Time Commitment
Flexible volunteering hours are available and can be discussed to suit your availability.
If you enjoy working outdoors and would like to contribute your time and skills to a worthwhile cause, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us grow a greener and more welcoming Valley House!
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About Valley House
We offer a range of services aimed at individuals and families in and around Coventry.
Safe and Supported Accommodation.
Valley House provides specialist accommodation for individuals and families experiencing domestic abuse, offering a safe haven for survivors to rebuild their lives.
Domestic Abuse - Complex Needs
Valley House provides specialised support for individuals with complex needs, including mental health, alcohol, and drug-related issues. Our dedicated team offers tailored assistance and interventions to help individuals manage these
challenges.
Reach
REACH Peer Support Service provides support for people aged 18 years and over who have common or severe mental illness. The service provides 1-2-1 support to people signposted from the Partnership Trust who may benefit from support in the Community from the VCFSE (Voluntary Community Faith and Social Enterprises).
Nursery
Our nursery welcomes children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old, with a team of passionate and qualified staff dedicated to providing engaging learning experiences and a fun-filled environment.