Shaw Trust Grounds Maintenance Day Opportunities Provision
This provision is for Adults with a Learning Disability who are interested in acquiring practical skills training in Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance, or who enjoy working in an outdoor environment. The project is based in a controlled, tranquil environment, working in a small team with a ratio of 4:1 (client: supervisor)
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Denise Daniel
- Contact Position
- Lead Enterprise Manager
- Telephone
- 07813114893 07813114893
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denise.daniel@shaw-trust.org.uk
- Website
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- Notes
Those currently accessing our project are eligible for a Direct Payment/Personal Budget which is wholly or partially used to cover the placement fee of £67.92/day, the service is invoiced 4-weekly. Attendees are provided with the required Personal Protective Equipment, Shaw Trust Branded Uniform, ongoing Health & Safety Training, and on-going supervision/training in the activities undertaken on site.
The types of activities that the participants engage in includes:
- Pruning
- Raking
- Weeding
- Watering – using a watering can,
- Moss Removal
- Litter Picking
- Waste Removal
- Removal of dead floral tributes
- Composting
- Planting out
- Tool Maintenance
Our project provides structure and routine, with a vast amount of the activities being repetitive.
Our project operates 50 weeks for the year, and we’re closed on bank holidays and Christmas.
Where to go
- Address
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Shaw Trust
South Essex Crematorium
Upminster
Essex - Postcode
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RM14 2UY
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Our hub is based at the rear of the crematorium, with a small kitchenette. Public Washroom facilities on site.
Costs
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Costs Cost Description Cost Type Unit Price Cost Unit per day £67.92
Availability
- Referral required
- Referral Details
For a referral please contact denise.daniel@shaw-trust.org.uk
- Other notes
All Personal Protective Equipment provided to our attendees, Branded Shaw Trust Uniform (where applicable), Frequent Health & Safety Training provided and group work activities.
We do not provide 1:1 support
We do not provide personal care due to the nature of our working environment.
We do not provide support with transportation to and from our provision.
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