The Greenhouse at Barnes Close is an ecumenical Retreat Centre. We have day and residential retreats, community gatherings and more making space to explore faith and justice, reconciliation and peace ...
Maintenance Handyperson volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Longer term volunteering
Contact person
Caroline Walker
Provided
#121582
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Do you like fixing and repairing things? Why not help look after our heritage Cadbury home set in five acres of grounds. repairing, fixing, painting.
About the role
Volunteers will carry out general maintenance tasks and assist with small repairs around the property. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being of the people we support and ensure that the home remains a comfortable and secure place for all. Including:
- General painting and decorating
- Replacing light bulbs
- Maintaining fixtures and fittings
- Completing the relevant regular Maintenance Schedule
- Litter picking on a weekly basis including days where there is an event
- Assist in tidying/sorting storage areas
- Ensuring tools and materials are properly maintained and stored safely.
- Identify potential maintenance issues before they become problems.
- Report more complex repairs or safety concerns to the Operations Manager
Key skills required
- Experience and knowledge are preferred, but not essential.
- Ability to work as part of a team, with other volunteers and staff.
- Reliability and a positive, can-do attitude.
- Volunteers will not be asked to carry out any electrical or plumbing works
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines, ensuring all tasks are completed with care and in compliance with regulations
- Volunteers have access to Manual Handling as well as Ladder Safety training.
Benefits to you
Being a maintenance (handyman) volunteer provides a key service by helping to keep The Greenhouse in good condition. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a community and directly affect others positively. You can learn and develop new skills; meet new people and be part of a friendly, supportive team.
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About The Greenhouse at Barnes Close
The Greenhouse at Barnes Close is an ecumenical Retreat Centre. We have day and residential retreats, community gatherings and more making space to explore faith and justice, reconciliation and peace.
We have five acres of beautiful grounds and a Cadbury heritage home to care for so that people who really need it can come to rest, reflect and grow.
Join our small growing group of volunteers as we dream, garden, prune, paint, cook, clean, administrate, fix and have a great time together in a peaceful place.