Gardening Volunteer

Volunteer Role: Gardening Volunteer Hours: Flexible as agreed Do you enjoy being outdoors, getting your hands dirty, and helping things grow? Join Seeability as a Gardening Volunteer and support people with learning disabilities, autism, and sight loss to enjoy gardening, nature, and time outdoors. Whether you’re green-fingered or simply enjoy a bit of fresh air and teamwork, this is a fun and rewarding way to make a real difference. What You Will Be Doing As a Gardening Volunteer, you will support people we support to enjoy gardening activities and outdoor spaces. This could include: Planting flowers, herbs, fruits, and vegetables Watering plants and helping keep gardens tidy Supporting people to enjoy sensory gardening activities Sharing conversation, laughter, and time outdoors Encouraging creativity, confidence, and independence Helping create welcoming and enjoyable garden spaces You do not need to be a gardening expert — just enthusiastic, patient, and happy to get involved. The Difference You Will Make Gardening can improve wellbeing, reduce stress, build confidence, and create opportunities for social connection. Your support could help someone: Feel calm and relaxed outdoors Build confidence and learn new skills Enjoy sensory experiences and nature Feel included and connected Take pride in growing and caring for plants Sometimes, planting a seed together can grow much more than flowers — it can grow confidence, friendship, and joy. Skills Required We are looking for volunteers who are: Friendly, patient, and reliable Empathic, understanding, and encouraging Enthusiastic about gardening or being outdoors Positive and supportive Comfortable supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, and sight loss No previous experience is needed — just kindness, patience, and a willingness to have fun and get stuck in. Requirements Complete a DBS check Provide references Complete online training provided by SeeAbility We will support you throughout the process. The Benefits of Volunteering Volunteering with SeeAbility is rewarding, flexible, and enjoyable. Benefits include: Gaining valuable experience and new skills Meeting new people and becoming part of a supportive team Spending time outdoors and staying active Making a genuine difference in someone’s life Building confidence and communication skills Receiving training and ongoing support