Role Description
Down to Earth Farm Animal Care Volunteer
Role Summary
Animal Volunteer Care Taster Day, Saturday 27th September 2014:
Solent Students’ Union are working with Down to Earth Farm to provide you with an
exciting new opportunity for those of you that have an interest in animals and
outdoor activities. The farm has agreed to host a ‘Taster Day’ for individuals looking
to becoming REGULAR volunteers with the farm. This is not a one-off volunteering
project. The day will include any relevant training required.
Volunteering at Down to Earth
We are always on the lookout for skilled volunteers to help us out on the farm. We
have teams who do the evening lock up, support staff for our Adults with learning
difficulties program, gardeners, competent DIYers, and Friendly faces who are
comfortable dealing with the public and groups of excitable children!!
Key Skills
Knowledge and skills
Reliability, willingness to get your hands dirty, trustworthy,
enthusiastic, interest in animals/gardening.
Essential
Previous experience with animals
Desirable but not
essential
To attend the taster day and training
Essential
Willing to commit to volunteering hours with the farm
Essential
Experience
A current Solent Student
Essential
Recognition and Accreditation
List how volunteers will gain recognition and accreditation through volunteering.
Skills Development
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gain/develop through this opportunity,
Staff Support
You will be supported in your role by the Volunteer Coordinator.
If you have any questions about this role please email:
[email protected]