Garden Volunteer
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
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
What skills do I need?
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
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
When: 19/03/2026 - 01/04/2027
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Location:
Marie Curie Hospice,
Marie Curie Drive,
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE4 6SS
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
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