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Gardening Group Volunteers
Practical details
Volunteering • Organisation role
Contact person
Victoria Skoyles
#122622
Scan me or visit www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/o/Cultural-Connections-Volunteering/opportunities/Gardening-Group-Volunteers/122622 to join
Community Gardening Group Volunteers help create and maintain welcoming outdoor spaces
Community Gardening Group Volunteer
Purpose of the Role
Community Gardening Group Volunteers help create and maintain welcoming outdoor spaces where people can learn, connect, and improve their wellbeing. Volunteers support gardening activities that encourage community involvement, environmental sustainability, and positive mental and physical health.
Main Responsibilities
- Help plant, water, weed, prune, and care for flowers, vegetables, herbs, and shrubs.
- Assist with preparing and maintaining raised beds, planters, and outdoor spaces.
- Support composting, recycling, and environmentally friendly gardening practices.
- Keep gardening tools clean, organised, and stored safely.
- Help set up and tidy away before and after gardening sessions.
- Welcome and encourage people of all ages and abilities to take part.
- Share ideas and learn new gardening skills alongside other volunteers.
- Follow health and safety guidance, including the safe use of tools and equipment.
- Help create a friendly, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Skills and Qualities
- Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic.
- Enjoys being outdoors and working as part of a team.
- Willing to learn gardening skills—no previous experience is necessary.
- Patient, encouraging, and respectful of others.
- Able to follow instructions and work safely.
What Volunteers Will Gain
- Practical gardening and horticultural skills.
- Improved physical and mental wellbeing through outdoor activity.
- Confidence and experience working within a community project.
- The opportunity to meet new people and make lasting friendships.
- Training where available and references to support future volunteering or employment.
- The satisfaction of helping create beautiful, productive spaces that benefit the whole community.
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About Volunteering and Skills Connections
Volunteering and Skills Connections is a Great Yarmouth Borough Council initiative, collaborating with organisations from the private, statutory and voluntary sectors. It supports residents across the Borough to access volunteering, training, and skills development opportunities that can boost their aspirations and employment prospects.
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