The role of the Flower Arranger is to arrange and create displays of flowers, care and maintain them to help create the right welcome into the Cathedral whatever the time of year or occasion.
Core Tasks
• Cutting and arranging flowers.
• Maintaining flowers.
• Brainstorming ideas for new displays.
• Helping run the Flower Guild's stall at Fairs and Markets.
About the organisation
Christian values are at the heart of all we do here at Portsmouth Cathedral however we are a team of staff and volunteers from all walks of life. We are proud of our inclusive and diverse Cathedral, and we strive to support and uplift community through diocese-wide services and many exciting, varied events. We believe that here at Portsmouth Cathedral there is a role for all, and we hope you will come a join us!
Process:
You will need an account to register your interest for this role. Once you have registered your interest you will receive an automatic email with next steps. If you have not received this in a couple of hours, please do get in touch as it may not have registered (volunteering@hiveportsmouth.org.uk).
You will need to respond to the "Criteria Check" email to progress with this role.
Please check your junk email folder in case any emails end up there. Friendly reminder that the charities/organisations emails may end up here too.
Don't forget you can add up any volunteering hours as part of Team 100 Opportunity - Hive Portsmouth or part of the Donate 100 things challenge Opportunity
Skills
This role is suited to all who love flowers.
• Well presented, with a friendly and approachable personality, sense of humour and can-do attitude.
• A person with a creative spark.
• A person that has a passion for plants.
• Someone with an interest in mindfulness.
• Ability to work alone and in a team.
Details
- Limited Physical Access
The Flower arranging room is very small and not suited to wheelchairs - Minimum time commitment (e.g. 3 months, 6 months etc)
3 months - Suitable for Under 18's (if yes state min age)
Arrangements could be made to enable a college +16 student to volunteer - Will require references
Character references accepted
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
The Flower Guild volunteer on Friday mornings from 9am usually for one or two hours. Occasionally they volunteer on Saturdays to prepare decorations for special occasions (Events & Services) or to run a stall at a Christmas market.
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