Whitmore Vale Housing Association


Gardening with people with learning disabilities

Location: Hindhead, Beacon Hill and/or Haslemere 

Hours: Flexible - we understand that volunteers often have other commitments so we can work together to find regular hours that best suit you.

Your responsibilities may include: 

  • Engaging the people we support in gardening activities 
  • Facilitating and/or supporting a regular gardening club
  • Organising gardening-related activities for the people we support
  • Imparting gardening knowledge and skills 

We value any new skills and perspectives that volunteers may provide - the people we support enjoy all manner of activities and we're always excited about new opportunities!

Our Commitment to You:
  • Always treat volunteers with respect, consideration and appreciation
  • Ensure volunteers have a clear idea of their responsibilities
  • Give volunteers information about the training and support available to help them carry out their role
  • Ensure that volunteers are reimbursed for any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses including travel expenses
  • Provide volunteers with support through regular meetings or discussions.
What we expect from our volunteers:
 
In order to meet our commitments for the people we support, we ask that all volunteers:
  • Always treat Whitmore Vale staff, fellow volunteers and service users with respect, consideration and appreciation
  • Act in a professional way when representing us
  • Act in a way that is inclusive
  • Attend volunteer induction and any subsequent mandatory trainings
  • Provide as much notice as possible if they are unable to fulfil their volunteering commitment
  • Inform Whitmore Vale of any changes in circumstance that may impact their ability to volunteer in accordance with our safeguarding and health and safety policies.
In order to apply you should:
 
  • Be over 18 years old
  • Have good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Have a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
  • Have a passion for the mission and values of our organisation.

Whitmore Vale always strives to be inclusive and will make every effort to support volunteers with additional needs. 

Role Posted: 21/11/2023

Mission Statement

Whitmore Vale Housing Association offers services to people with learning disabilities and we work alongside them to achieve the most out of their life. Through supported living and residential care we can meet a wide range of needs, supporting people with a mild learning disability, to those who have profound and complex disabilities.