Land maintenance and gardening at Bodster CIC

We run a Volunteering Session on a Friday afternoon from 2pm until 3pm ( 1 hr) for people to come and do some volunteering and also learn and develop their land based skills – looking after the land at Bodster CIC.

Tasks vary but include thinsg such as:

  • pulling ragwort
  • moving fencing 
  • collecting field droppings


You will also have time to spend in our calm space being in nature and watching the ponies at Bodster CIC.

We are at present completing jobs such as :

  • moving wood to re-build our Field shelter
  • sorting land to create more grazing for our herd
  • developing our Sensory spaces.

Skills

  • Ability to learn new skills and/or have gardening skills
  • Ability to carry out physical work
  • Ability to walk distances as we are 8 acres
  • Willingness to complete tasks such as ragwort pulling - we will teach you skills needed if required.
  • Willingness to be in a small group of people who may lack self confidence

Details

  • Diversity and equal opportunities policy
  • Accessibility
    but no disability toilet on site - nearest is in Godshill
  • Age restrictions
    19+ yrs to 90 yrs
  • Child Protection
  • Complaints Policy
  • Confidentially Policy
  • DBS check required
  • Ex Offenders
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Suitable for Supported Volunteering
  • Suitable for Under 16's
  • Suitable for Under 18's
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Vulnerable Adults Policy
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No Yes No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Only Fridays 2-3pm


Location

Sandford Farm
Shanklin Road
Sandford
England - Isle of Wight
PO38 3EX


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