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- Lead Gardener Volunteer Opportunity
LEAD VOLUNTEER GARDENER
Chailey Heritage Foundation is looking for a volunteer who is passionate about plants and community spaces.
LOCATION: North Chailey, BN8 4EF
HOURS: 1 morning a week (dependent on time of year)
DURATION: ongoing but ideally at least 6 months
About the role:
We’re looking for a Lead Volunteer Gardener to oversee and inspire our team of green-fingered volunteers. You’ll help shape, maintain, and nurture our gardens. Our gardens provide a beautiful sensory environment for the young people and their families to enjoy.
This is a hands-on role where your creativity and leadership skills can truly flourish. Whether it’s planting, pruning, or planning seasonal displays, you’ll make a real difference. Prior gardening experience and a love for the outdoors are essential.
Why Volunteer with us?
Chailey Heritage Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities, and health needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert team create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential, and positively impact their lives and families.
Volunteering is a great way to give something back. Be part of an unique community where volunteers are supported and valued.
What you will do:
- Lead the work of the volunteer gardening team
- Assign tasks and ensure volunteer gardeners are working safely
- Liaise with departments
- Advise on planting schemes
- Help make the gardens a fully immersive and sensory experience
What You’ll Bring:
- Be passionate and experienced about horticulture
- Able to work independently but also be part of a team
- Able to share your knowledge and expertise with others
Learn more about our organisation, our purpose and values here.
For any enquiries please contact us by email: volunteering@chf.org.uk or via WhatsApp on 07909234187
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
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