Grounds Person

Love being outdoors and making a difference?

Help us keep our Hospice grounds clean, safe and welcoming for patients, families, visitors, staff and volunteers.

• Help keep outdoor areas clean, tidy, and free from litter
• Sweep leaves and small debris from paths when needed
• Help with light cleaning or tidying of outdoor furniture, signs, and fixtures where its safe to do so
• Notice and report anything outside that may need attention
• Report hazards such as uneven paths, damage, or broken items to the Volunteer Link or team member
• Use agreed tools safely and return them after use
• Tell the team if tools or outdoor items are damaged or need replacing
• Help with simple seasonal tasks, only when agreed and safe to do so
• Help with light weeding of car park and paved areas as needed

Skills

• No formal experience is needed; a willingness to help keep outdoor spaces clean and welcoming is most important
• Able to do light outdoor tasks such as litter picking, sweeping, tidying, and light weeding
• Willing to follow instructions and use agreed tools safely
• Able to notice and report problems such as damage, trip hazards, full bins, or areas needing attention
• Understands the need to work safely in shared outdoor areas
• Able to work safely on your own or with others
•  Friendly, respectful, and aware that the hospice should feel calm and welcoming