Garden Gang Volunteer
Project Overview
Action 21 is involved in lots of different nature garden and allotment restoration projects in schools and communities.
Principal Function of Volunteer
We need volunteers to help out in the design/planning stages and also with the actual physical and creative work associated with creating these gardens and nature sites.
Tasks and Activities
As a volunteer you will carry out some or all of the following activities, depending on your individual capabilities and preferences. This list is only a guide to the types of activities that may be required.
• Weeding and clearing back brambles and over grown land
• Creating seating areas, helping to sand and prepare log benches
• Helping to design garden layouts
• Making insect hotels
• Creating signs
• Digging to create ponds
• Creating a project plan
• Planting wild flower or herb areas
• Site surveying
• Levelling earth
• Repairing fences
• Consulting with the local community or with school children
Benefits
A chance to spend time outdoors working with a like-minded team. You’ll be able to give something back to your community by creating a beautiful and enjoyable place for people to spend time in. It’s a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to see a project through from start to finish. You can also learn new gardening and DIY skills whilst getting lots of fresh air and hopefully some sun!
Skills/Qualifications/Experience sought
No particular skills or experience are required as full training and support will be provided and volunteers can take on as little or as much as they’d like.
Minimum age: 16 years
Time commitment required
Depends on the project – please contact us to find out what’s going on at the moment
Training, Reviews & Support
General
• Registration session to provide an overview of Action 21 and what volunteering on our projects involves. Also gives you a chance to ask any questions you may have.
• Project Induction with the Action 21 staff supervisor
• End of probation review session (after 4 weeks or sessions of volunteering)
• 6 monthly review sessions
Expenses
You can claim back reasonable expenses for travel. How you go about claiming back these costs will be explained in more detail during your induction.
Dress Code
If you’re doing practical work on the garden or allotment you’ll need to wear suitable outdoor clothes that you don’t mind getting muddy! Remember to bring sun protection like hats and sun cream and a waterproof if it’s rainy.
Location
Varies – we’re working on projects in Leamington Spa, Warwick and in other local areas.