Maintenance Volunteer
Introduction
We urgently need help from a team of dedicated maintenance volunteers to help get our site ready for therapeutic activities to begin in the spring. The position will involve weekly work sessions over 8 weeks. As a maintenance volunteer you’ll be responsible for repairing and restoring our premises in Middlewich as part of a larger team. Jobs will include building and repairing fencing, repairing the riding arena, carrying out basic DIY and creating a therapeutic space for the horses and service users. We’re looking for volunteers with experience or an interest in DIY and building. Full induction training will be provided before work commences and volunteers will be fully supervised. As a maintenance volunteer you’ll also have the opportunity to access walk and talk therapy with our counsellor if this is something you’d benefit from.
This role gives you the chance to:
Volunteer Commitment: The work will be completed over 8 weeks, and require 4 hours of work per week on a designated day and time. This will be either a Tuesday or Thursday from 10am- 2pm depending on volunteer availability. Work will start the week commencing 17th February 2020.
The position will be based at our premises in Middlewich and training will be provided at Warmingham Village Hall, School Lane, Warmingham, Sandbach CW11 3QN. Own transport to and from the premises will have to be arranged.
Is a DBS check required for this role?: No
Skills and Qualifications Required:
We are ideally looking for individuals with some of the following skills:
• DIY, including wood work, construction, repair work.
• Gardening, horticulture or land management.
• Manual handling.
If you don't have skills in these areas you can still apply. We want volunteers who are eager to learn and enthusiastic to get stuck in.
What support is available for the volunteer?:
Volunteers are given induction training and have the opportunity for further training as and when required. The volunteer manager will ensure that each volunteer has regular supervisions and is given the appropriate level of support to excel in their role.
What training is available for the volunteer?:
Full induction including site tour.
Ongoing supervision.
How to apply:
If you are interested in volunteering with The Positive Herd Project please download and complete the volunteer skills audit and application below, and return it to info@positiveherd.org.uk.
We urgently need help from a team of dedicated maintenance volunteers to help get our site ready for therapeutic activities to begin in the spring. The position will involve weekly work sessions over 8 weeks. As a maintenance volunteer you’ll be responsible for repairing and restoring our premises in Middlewich as part of a larger team. Jobs will include building and repairing fencing, repairing the riding arena, carrying out basic DIY and creating a therapeutic space for the horses and service users. We’re looking for volunteers with experience or an interest in DIY and building. Full induction training will be provided before work commences and volunteers will be fully supervised. As a maintenance volunteer you’ll also have the opportunity to access walk and talk therapy with our counsellor if this is something you’d benefit from.
This role gives you the chance to:
- Be part of a large and supportive team.
- Practise and develop existing skills in DIY.
- Learn new skills in repair, maintenance and building.
- Spend time outside and reconnect with nature.
- Meet some of our rescue horses and learn about their needs and management.
- Take an active role within a small charity and really make a difference.
- The opportunity to access free walk and talk therapy from our qualified counsellor.
Volunteer Commitment: The work will be completed over 8 weeks, and require 4 hours of work per week on a designated day and time. This will be either a Tuesday or Thursday from 10am- 2pm depending on volunteer availability. Work will start the week commencing 17th February 2020.
The position will be based at our premises in Middlewich and training will be provided at Warmingham Village Hall, School Lane, Warmingham, Sandbach CW11 3QN. Own transport to and from the premises will have to be arranged.
Is a DBS check required for this role?: No
Skills and Qualifications Required:
We are ideally looking for individuals with some of the following skills:
• DIY, including wood work, construction, repair work.
• Gardening, horticulture or land management.
• Manual handling.
If you don't have skills in these areas you can still apply. We want volunteers who are eager to learn and enthusiastic to get stuck in.
What support is available for the volunteer?:
Volunteers are given induction training and have the opportunity for further training as and when required. The volunteer manager will ensure that each volunteer has regular supervisions and is given the appropriate level of support to excel in their role.
What training is available for the volunteer?:
Full induction including site tour.
Ongoing supervision.
How to apply:
If you are interested in volunteering with The Positive Herd Project please download and complete the volunteer skills audit and application below, and return it to info@positiveherd.org.uk.
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