Garden Volunteer

Calling all green-thumbed enthusiasts. Marie Curie is on the lookout for passionate Gardeners to help us nurture and maintain our beautiful hospice gardens

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or simply love spending time among flowers and nature, we’d love to welcome you to our team at the Marie Curie Hospice, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Your efforts will not only brighten up our grounds but also bring smiles to those who cherish the therapeutic power of nature.

Availability: Fridays

Time: Anytime between 10am and 1pm

Criteria: Minimum 16 years of age.

No prior experience essential but previous gardening experience helpful.

Criminal Record Check provided by Marie Curie.

Transform outdoor spaces into vibrant, flourishing retreats

  • Plant seasonal blooms
  • Prune trees and shrubs
  • Mow the grass and sweep pathways
  • Water, clear weeds and deadhead
  • Lift and clear garden waste

Why you’d be a great fit: 

  • A positive, can-do attitude
  • Team spirit - positively engage with others in the gardening team
  • Creative and proactive in suggesting ideas
  • You want to make a positive impact

What you'll gain:

  • Essential training and ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
  • Travel expenses reimbursed
  • Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and more
  • Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity

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Volunteer - Gardener - Newcastle Hospice - Marie Curie - Volunteers Careers

Skills

What you’d be a great fit:

  • Friendly and positive
  • Organised and comfortable leading small groups
  • Creative and enthusiastic
  • A good team player who respects confidentiality

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18 PLUS
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    Ongoing training, guidance and wellbeing support provided. Reasonable adjustments provided where possible
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 19/03/2026

End Date: 01/04/2027

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Location

Marie Curie Hospice,
Marie Curie Drive,
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE4 6SS

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