WELLIES in the Community
This course aims to improve confidence and self-esteem through taking part in a wide range of community based activities that help people move into volunteering.
Aims of Course
This course is aimed at people who would like to be more active in their own community and progress into volunteering. Skills developed on the course including wider skills such as maths, English and digital will increase learners’ confidence to progress when seeking new opportunities or sharing with the family. You will learn a range of practical skills such as gardening techniques and woodwork to help support local community projects whilst developing the skills to support or teach others. Learners will have access to a community venue where skills can be put into practice and provide an environment that residents can access and enjoy. Learners will be supported to access progression opportunities into volunteering with further volunteering training or signposting to other partners in Staffordshire.
Entry Requirements
Staffordshire residents aged 19+ who would like to support their wellbeing, are experiencing or recovering from mental ill health or people who are unemployed and would like to re-engage with learning.
How you will learn?
Learning methods include hands-on gardening activities, group discussions, and tutor-led demonstrations. You will engage in practicals, allowing you to apply new skills directly to real garden spaces. Interactive learning sessions and personal guidance will help you build confidence and deepen your knowledge. With a focus on experiential learning, you will gain valuable skills while enjoying the process of transforming outdoor spaces.
Learner support
Learners will have an initial assessment via a phone call or face to face meeting as an introduction to the course and to establish needs.
Course Assessments
Learners will have an initial assessment via a phone call or face to face meeting as an introduction to the course and to establish needs.
Learning Methods
Practical tasks, discussion, shared reading and individual learning plans that track personal development and progress.
Learning Materials
All materials are supplied.
What can learners progress onto next?
Learners can progress onto STEM courses, volunteering, further learning or employment.
Location, Dates and Times
05/11/2025 10/12/2025 10.15am to 3.15pm Wednesdays
Heath Community Centre
Holly Road
Uttoxeter
ST14 7DP
East Staffordshire
Course fees
There are no course fees.
Who delivers this course?
Staffordshire Care Farming
How to enrol on this course and find out more?
Please contact Julie White on the details below:
Email: julie@growingruralenterprise.co.uk
Contact Telephone: 01283 585455