What do we want you to do?
As an estates volunteer, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team to help provide the Fairthorne Manor site with safe, welcoming, and enjoyable grounds for all visitors. This includes supporting the development and ongoing maintenance of woodland, fields, paths, and the wider site, as well as practical tasks such as setting up marquees and tents ready for our wonderful camp programmes. You will also work alongside other teams across the site to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and that everything is ready for visitors and activities.
A key part of this role is helping to protect and care for the woodland environment, with a strong emphasis on conservation and sustainability. Volunteers will help ensure woodlands are safe, protected, and accessible, supporting responsible land management practices that benefit both people and wildlife. You will also have the opportunity to meet other volunteers and staff, becoming part of a friendly and social team while making a positive contribution to the long-term care of this special outdoor space.
We want you if…..
- You have practical gardening skills
- You have a sense of fun
- You want to make a difference to our community
- You love the idea of making the children and families time in our environment something they will remember forever
- You are willing to follow YMCA Fairthorne Group procedures and complete a DBS check
What you get in return?
- A chance to support children and families in our local community to live happy and healthy lives
- Develop skills and a chance to enhance your CV
- Join a great team of like-minded people
- The opportunity to learn about and be part of a huge international YMCA movement
What is the time commitment required?
The time commitment is flexible depending on the type of role you are looking to take on, our settings are open up to 7 days a week including during the holidays. Whether you can offer a regular weekly commitment or occasional support we would be interested in talking to you.
Safer Recruitment practices
The YMCA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Successful applicants will be required to provide up to 2 references and a DBS check appropriate to the setting and type of work required
Role location
YMCA Fairthorne Manor
Next steps
Send an email to volunteering@ymca-fg.org where a member of the team will be in touch.
