Gardening Volunteer

The Epping Forest District Museum tells the story of the people and events that have shaped the district’s rich history. The museum’s garden is located on Sun Street, Waltham Abbey and has potential to be a key public green space. We are looking for volunteers who have a passion for gardening to aid in the redevelopment of our garden by maintaining, developing, and protecting our community garden so that it can be enjoyed by everyone.

 

Responsibilities (may include but are not exclusive to)

·       Assist with watering and planting

·       Cut back vegetation or prune at appropriate times of the year

·       Clear away weeds

·       Interacting with visitors of all ages when visiting the garden and answering any questions they may have

·       Helping with the planned development of the garden

·       Working individually or with other members of the volunteer gardening team to maintain and develop areas of the garden for the enjoyment of everyone who comes to the museum

·       Creating plant stock to sell in the shop

 Requirements

·       Reliability

·       A basic knowledge of plant care and use of gardening tools would be an advantage but not essential

·       Willingness to help out with a variety of tasks

·       The ability and willingness to work out of doors

·       An interest in gardening

 You will need to complete our induction training programme before you fully begin your volunteer role. This involves core training in Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity and Disability Awareness.

·       Additional training may arise dependant on the type of event or activity we will be hosting. 

You will need to complete our induction training programme before you fully begin your volunteer role. This involves core training in Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity and Disability Awareness. Additional training may arise dependant on the type of event or activity we will be hosting. 

What skills do I need?

Opportunities

·       Gain valuable experience of starting a community garden project

·       Relevant in house and external training

·       Become part of a friendly and dedicated team

·       You will be provided with relevant training that will enhance your CV

·       We will hold regular volunteer meetings to provide an opportunity to give feedback and contribute ideas to the garden and museum, as well as meeting other volunteers