Who Should Apply

Since Organic Blooms is a working nursery, there is an expectation that all participants are able and

willing to be productive and fit in to a supported work place environment.

Applicants can self –refer, or be referred through the professional services – e.g. community

mental health and learning difficulties teams, vocational services teams, Connextions and

relevant voluntary organisations.

 

They should be ready to make a weekly commitment to attending

They should be able and willing to follow the instructions of the supervisors

They should be willing to work outside in most weather conditions

They should be able to comply with health and safety requirements

They should be able to travel to our site (there is not a direct bus service)

 

What you Don’t have to worry about!

Previous experience of horticulture

Academic ability

Level of fitness

Side effects of medication

 

How long could a trainee be at Natureworks for?

There is no time limit, although each person will have a 6 monthly review. Frequent in-house

reviews are also carried out to check relevance of the training programme and continuing

benefit

Attendance can be from 1 – 3 days per week

Although we take referrals year round, and offer a 50 week service, people benefit most by

working in the growing season (April – November)

 

What happens after training?

Natureworks can provide the next step for trainees who are ready

 

This involves working on jobs off site – to test out the skills learnt at Natureworks in a different environment, to expose trainees to a more ‘real-work’ situation, with increased pressure on speed of work,quality of finish, social interaction and stamina.

We are able to support and guide trainees from the time they start with us, right through to

employment, if that is a relevant option for them.

We are also able to offer links to services under several other relevant government programmes.

 

What do I do next?

Check that funding is potentially available from the Team Manager of the relevant CMHT or CLDT

Contact Joanna on 07766 023921 or 01454 227458, or by e-mail to arrange an initial visit

Training and Work Preparation Project