The Paddock Volunteer Guidelines

We love having volunteers at The Paddock. To keep the experience safe, productive and positive for everyone, we ask all volunteers to follow these simple guidelines.
 

Be ready for the day

Please:

• Arrive at 9am - on time - for the morning meeting - and ready to work

• Follow the directions of the staff member you are working with
   

Come prepared

Please bring:

• A hat

• A water bottle

• Good working boots or enclosed work shoes

Wear practical, comfortable clothing that is appropriate for outdoor and hands-on work.
 

Bring a good work ethic

While you are at The Paddock, we expect volunteers to:

• Get involved and contribute

• Stay engaged rather than standing around

• Ask what needs doing when you finish a task

• Treat staff, participants, customers and other volunteers with respect

• Take care of the tools, equipment and spaces you are using

• Follow all safety instructions
   

Smoking or vaping

The Paddock is a working environment. Smoking or vaping is not part of work time.

Please do not stand around smoking during your shift. If you need to smoke, this should only happen during the break time and in the designated area, away from participants and work areas.

Set a good example

Volunteers are part of The Paddock while they are here. We ask everyone to model the qualities we want to see in the workplace: reliability, respect, initiative, teamwork and a willingness to have a go.

The aim isn't perfection. Come prepared, be willing to contribute, have fun and be part of the team.

What you'll receive

In return for your time and contribution, you'll receive:

• A free coffee at morning break

• An invitation to join us for a shared lunch, freshly harvested from the garden

• Hands-on learning in Syntropic farming, agroforestry and market gardening.

• A great time, doing meaningful work and meeting great people
  
  
  See you soon!