We are looking for a gardener to help plan and maintain the gardens and ensure they provide a relaxing and peaceful environment for families to enjoy all year round.

Location

Woodhouse Square, Leeds, LS3 1AD 

Time commitment

Approximately once a fortnight during spring/summer & once a month during autumn/winter

Purpose of the Role and Key Activities 

We are looking for a gardener to help plan and maintain the gardens and ensure they provide a relaxing and peaceful environment for families to enjoy all year round. This will include: 

• • Planting, weeding, and pruning as needed. 
  • Clearing and maintaining paths. 
  • Other practical tasks to keep the gardens looking there best. 
  • Looking after garden equipment. 
  • Planning what plants or equipment is needed. 
  • Suggesting ways to make improvements or to make the areas more attractive. 

We are looking for a volunteer who: 

• Has an interest in and experience of gardening  
• Has a knowledge of plant and flower care. 
• Has a good level of fitness and is able to meet the physical aspects of the role. 
• Has a good understanding of relevant health and safety issues. 
• Is prepared to work outside in various weathers. 
• Is happy to work independently.
• Can manage own emotions and interact professionally with children and families using the gardens. 
• Can oversee ‘one-off’ volunteers assisting with gardening projects/activities. 
• Can follow Candlelighters and hospital policies and procedures, including health and safety, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and safeguarding. 

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

This role is not suitable for family members whose child is currently receiving treatment for childhood cancer.  This is to ensure they are given the best possible care and support without any potential conflict of interest. Other volunteering opportunities can be found on our website. 

Support and Benefits 

• Thorough induction & training to give you the confidence to perform your role well and to the best of your ability 
• Opportunity to develop new and existing skills to help you beyond your involvement with Candlelighters 
• Ongoing support from the Family Support and HR teams 
• The opportunity to expose yourself to new experiences 
• Certain expenses to be reimbursed as agreed with your Volunteer Supervisor, in accordance with our Expenses policy 
• Regular reviews with your Volunteer Supervisor to help you develop in your role 
• Satisfaction in knowing you are making a valuable contribution to supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer 
• We can be a reference once you’ve volunteered for three months 
• Access to the mental health hotline 
• Charity Worker Discount card 
• Access to The Company Shop 

How to Apply

Please find the full recruitment pack here.

To complete the application form online, please click here.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview. 

Please get in touch with the HR and Volunteering Team if you have any questions about the role or application by emailing [email protected] or calling 0113 322 9283.