Volunteer Gardener

Who Are We?

We’re a local charity with a big ambition: to help everyone face death informed, supported and pain free. Providing expert hospice care, we’re there for people in West Sussex and East Surrey when life comes full circle.
We also pioneer standards in end of life care through collaboration, research and training, reaching even more people facing death and bereavement.

The Role

Our gardens and grounds offer a peaceful setting for patients, families and visitors alike, with colourful flower beds, water features and secluded patios for patients to enjoy. You'll be part of a small team helping to keep these gardens in tip-top shape for everyone to enjoy. 

What you will be doing:

- Planting - Regular watering and garden beds and pots - Deadheading and removing weeds from gardens beds, paved areas etc - Tidying all areas – sweeping leaves, litter-picking etc

What skills do I need?

• Interest in gardening
• Someone who enjoys being part of a team
• Being able to demonstrate strong emotional resilience (For patient facing roles)
• Commitment to undertake any training required for the role including a mixture of face-to-face training and e-learning as required for the role