Due to the nature of our organisation all volunteers must undergo a Criminal Records Bureau check prior to commencing their placement with us.

Volunteers must be over 14 years old. Volunteering at Lords House Farm is a rewarding and vital support mechanism to enable our dedicated team of staff to support the community with our work. There is a range of volunteering opportunities in a variety of subjects.

In particular we always need volunteers to come and assist with our equine and animal assisted therapy sessions, in the morning or afternoons midweek. Other opportunities involve working alongside our special needs students in a support role in the animal care unit, assisting in our horticulture unit and general maintenance jobs.

Training is given to all volunteers as well as opportunities for personal development, complimented by a mentoring scheme. Volunteers are awarded certificates through internal recognition schemes and nationally recognised awards, such as the AQA unit award scheme, which can be included on your CV to support future employment.

As well as the huge sense of satisfaction you receive from helping our groups there is also a social side to volunteering. You can meet new friends and join in with volunteer events and outings.