Our inner-city parks have never been so important. They have been crucial in helping all access nature and lift mood.

We run a Green Social Prescribing project that aims to provide people struggling with their mental health with a consistent, safe space to feel part of a community, enjoy nature, be active and get quick support for their needs, close to home.  

We need a dedicated volunteer who can help our Park Officers run on of our nature-connection groups, Roots to Wellbeing in Bristol.

Volunteer Spaces available in the following locations:

Withywood Park, Every Tuesday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Stockwood Open Space, Every Wednesday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Hartcliffe Millennium Green, Every Thursday, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Eastville Park, Every Wednesday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm

You will…

Support our Park Officers to run safe, supportive and enjoyable Green Social Prescribing activities every Wednesday by:

• Helping load and unload tools and plants and craft materials.
• Welcoming attendees and creating a supportive and safe atmosphere
• Supporting in the set up and running of activities.
• Supporting in the provision of refreshments including lunch
• Supporting the facilitators to supervise session participants by making sure they complete activities the correct and safe way flagging any mental health concerns.
• Gathering evidence for project evaluation including testimonials, photos and videos.
• Helping clean up after teas and coffees.
• Keeping an eye on equipment and provisions.

You will be…

• An outdoorsy person who likes to work outside whatever the weather.
• Comfortable working with people with a range of mental health needs.
• A natural people person, confident communicating with everyone.
• Well organised with excellent time management.
• A team player, keen to help make the project a success.
• Able to follow instruction and stay calm in challenging situations.
• We would really like a volunteer who could speak Somali, Arabic or French to help us translate our publicity materials and welcome different communities.

You may be considering a career in biodiversity, green social prescribing, mental health, conservation, or gardening, or you may be looking for something different to do with your spare time.

We will provide…

• Experience in supporting and leading groups with a range of health needs in nature focused activities  
• The chance to make a difference to the local community and take tangible actions to respond to the ecological and climate emergencies
• The training and information you will need for the role including health and safety training and Mental Health first aid training.
• Direct support from our Park Officers to help meet your goals and expectations from the role
• The chance to meet new people and make friends.
•  All expenses paid and lunch each week!