Volunteer Gardener (Robin House , Balloch)

Volunteer gardeners are an integral part of the hospice garden team. There are a range of tasks you can support with in this role depending upon your interests and skills. These could include: planting, pruning, weeding and tending to our vegetable plot.

It’s important to CHAS that the garden looks beautiful and welcoming for families throughout the seasons. We recognise the garden can be a very important space for families during their stay. It can be a place to have fun, make memories together as well as for moments of quiet and reflection.

We are looking for volunteers with an interest in gardening who are able to volunteer outdoors throughout the seasons.

How much time should I offer?

We are looking for a weekly/fortnightly commitment. Shifts are usually 2-3 hours in duration either morning or afternoon.

What ongoing learning/support/guidance will I receive?

It’s important to us that you feel happy, safe and confident during your time with us. As a CHAS volunteer you will be invited to complete a short core learning package that is tailored to your role.

Your Volunteer Manager will provide ongoing support and guidance to you. We have also partnered with the Skills Network to offer all our volunteers the chance to develop new skills and explore further learning opportunities.  

 We have an Assistance Programme provided by Health Hero to support our volunteers with all aspects of their lives, whether that is at work or at home. This is confidential and free of charge. 

What else should I know?

We will pay your out of pocket expenses in line with the CHAS volunteer expenses policy.

CHAS is committed to providing a quality volunteering experience to all volunteers, free from discrimination and prejudice. Ensuring that CHAS is an equal, diverse, and inclusive organisation improves the quality of care we provide, helps us reach more families and children, and maximises a wide variety of knowledge, experience and expertise.

We welcome volunteer applications from those who are refugees, asylum seekers, benefit claimants and those with a disability. We can provide more information about your eligibility to volunteer and any reasonable adjustments we can put in place to ensure your volunteering experience is a positive one.