Shaping Spaces All Ages - opportunity to participate in a blend of wellbeing and environmental conservation work.
Shaping Spaces All Ages - opportunity to participate in a blend of wellbeing and environmental conservation work.
Posted for YMCA Bradford
Posted by Bradford Volunteer Centre
You will be redirected to the Bradford Volunteer Centre website to express your interest.
This free programme is for adults who are wanting to; - learn new skills - learn about conservation and nature - make new connections and meet new people - improve their wellbeing - increase their sense of purpose and belonging - keep active whilst doing something positive for wildlife
Shaping Spaces All Ages is a programme run by BEES (Bradford Environmental Education Service), part of YMCA Bradford. BEES specialise in environmental education and practical conservation work around the Bradford district and, over 30+ years, has encouraged hundreds of people to get out, connect with nature and support our local wildlife. Through this many have found that they feel calmer and their spirits lift when in green spaces.
Our new Shaping Spaces All Ages programme, for people aged 18 and over, is a blend of BEES wellbeing and conservation work. For about three hours on Thursdays, participants and two staff will work on light conservation or environmental tasks whilst also spending time together enjoying a beautiful local green space. The project will work with small groups of people who are wanting to learn new skills, make new connections and improve their wellbeing, learn about conservation and nature, and keep active whilst doing something positive for wildlife and for Bradford. Staff will create a safe and welcoming space for all and will take time to explain what we are doing so that everyone is clear about what is expected of them. No experience of conservation or practical work is necessary but participants should be willing to be outside in rain and shine, heat and cold. Participants can attend up to 26 sessions in a 12 month period.
Contact for further information; Shona Waddington [email protected] Mob: 07845239196 or [email protected] Tel: 01274 307228
What skills do I need?
Friendly and approachable. Positive and non-judgmental attitude. Ability to work in a team. Time management.
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Inclusive Volunteering Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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For about 3 hours on a Thursday daytime. Participants can access up to 26 sessions in 12 months. There is no obligation to attend every week. It is a rolling programme of activities.
Location:
Culture Fusion
125 Thornton Road
Bradford
BD1 2EP
You will be redirected to the Bradford Volunteer Centre website to express your interest.
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