What you need to do to become a Parks and Green Space Lead Volunteer
Our Parks and Green Space service works with Friends of Park Groups and volunteers across the city to maintain and improve our cities green spaces for people and nature.
Before starting a Friends of Park group, you'll need to apply to be a Parks and Green Space Lead Volunteer.
About the role
Lead Volunteers plan, organise and lead outdoor practical activities to improve green spaces in Bristol owned and managed by the council. This includes supervising groups of volunteers in tasks such as litter picking, tree care and vegetation clearance.
Apply to join an existing team of lead volunteers, or to set up a new group or project.
Apply to be a Parks Volunteer Lead
Training for Lead Volunteers
Successful Lead Volunteer applicants will be invited to Parks Health and Safety training. The course covers key aspects in organising and running volunteer activities in a green space, including risk assessments, tool use, hazardous plants and additional support.
Insurance and supervision
Trained Parks and Green Space Lead Volunteers are covered under our personal accident and public liability insurance to lead group participants in a range of practical tasks using hand tools. Lead Volunteers are responsible for group participants health and safety and will have a designated volunteer manager to support them in the role.
Resources
View our resources for lead volunteers page for reporting forms, risk assessments and conservation guidance.