Volunteer Gardner
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 December 2025 |
| Location: | Tyne and Wear, NE31 1RE |
| Company: | Real Life Options |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG3708-LC1442548HebVG |
Summary
VOLUNTEER GARDENER OPPORTUNITY
Do you enjoy being outdoors and want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for kind, enthusiastic volunteers to help care for our garden — a space where people with learning disabilities can relax, learn new skills and connect with nature.
You don’t need to be an expert gardener — just someone who’s happy to get stuck in, lend a hand, and share a smile. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just starting out, this is a wonderful opportunity to help our garden thrive.
As a Volunteer Gardener, you’ll help to:
Plant, water, weed, prune and care for flowers, vegetables and shrubs.
Help maintain paths, raised beds and garden structures.
Compost and recycle garden waste sustainably.
Our garden is more than just a green space — it’s a place where people can build confidence, learn new skills, and feel part of their community. By volunteering, you’ll help create a nurturing environment where everyone can flourish, feel proud of their achievements and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of time spent outdoors.
Your contribution helps people with learning disabilities connect with nature, express themselves creatively, and feel valued for what they bring to the group.
Volunteering in the garden offers:
A chance to meet new people and be part of a friendly, supportive team.
A chance to connect with nature and enjoy gentle physical activity – great for your own wellbeing.
Learning opportunities in gardening, sustainability and teamwork.
The joy of seeing your efforts bloom and benefit others.
The satisfaction of knowing your time and skills directly help the people we support.
You don’t need previous gardening experience — just patience, reliability and a positive attitude. An interest in working alongside people with learning disabilities and a willingness to learn together are what matter most.
Do you enjoy being outdoors and want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for kind, enthusiastic volunteers to help care for our garden — a space where people with learning disabilities can relax, learn new skills and connect with nature.
You don’t need to be an expert gardener — just someone who’s happy to get stuck in, lend a hand, and share a smile. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just starting out, this is a wonderful opportunity to help our garden thrive.
As a Volunteer Gardener, you’ll help to:
Plant, water, weed, prune and care for flowers, vegetables and shrubs.
Help maintain paths, raised beds and garden structures.
Compost and recycle garden waste sustainably.
Our garden is more than just a green space — it’s a place where people can build confidence, learn new skills, and feel part of their community. By volunteering, you’ll help create a nurturing environment where everyone can flourish, feel proud of their achievements and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of time spent outdoors.
Your contribution helps people with learning disabilities connect with nature, express themselves creatively, and feel valued for what they bring to the group.
Volunteering in the garden offers:
A chance to meet new people and be part of a friendly, supportive team.
A chance to connect with nature and enjoy gentle physical activity – great for your own wellbeing.
Learning opportunities in gardening, sustainability and teamwork.
The joy of seeing your efforts bloom and benefit others.
The satisfaction of knowing your time and skills directly help the people we support.
You don’t need previous gardening experience — just patience, reliability and a positive attitude. An interest in working alongside people with learning disabilities and a willingness to learn together are what matter most.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.