Volunteer at Buddhist Retreat in Northumberland National Park, UK

• Exchange hours per day
  7
• Days off per Week
  2
• Accomodation Provided
  Yes
• Meals Included
  Yes
• Types of Help & Learning Opportunities
  General Maintenance, House Help, Kitchen & Bar Help, Spiritual Growth

About Land of Joy:

Land of Joy came into existence in 2010 under the spiritual guidance of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, and they organized their inaugural retreat in May 2015. Nestled in the serene and tranquil Northumberland National Park, their breathtaking location offers an ideal environment for individuals to detach from their daily routines and explore or rediscover a different perspective.

They pay homage to the teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and maintain affiliation with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT), a part of the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

Operating as a residential retreat center managed by volunteers, they offer a comprehensive retreat program throughout the year. This program encompasses introductory courses and retreats, universal weekends, and tantric retreats of varying durations.

About Work exchange opportunity in UK:

Short-Term Team Members: 2–3 months

We are looking to recruit committed, enthusiastic and compassionate people as short-term team members to assist our longer-term on-site team members.

People in this role will work closely with our Housekeeper, Cook, Woodland & Wildlife Manager and Grounds/Maintenance Manager to ensure the smooth running of the centre.

They will help with the following depending on what’s happening at the centre:
Cleaning retreat accommodation and communal areas
Food preparation
Some gardening and helping in the woodland when time allows

Qualities/skills required:
Able to work effectively in a small team and follow instructions
Flexible and adaptable to what the centre needs
Comfortable living in a communal setting in a rural location
Good spoken and written English
Able to legally work in the UK
Respect for the FPMT organisation and willingness to live by the five precepts whilst at Land of Joy
A sense of humour

Benefits:
Two days off per week for working 6-8 hours per days for five days a week
Food and single room accommodation
A chance to attend sessions during retreats and courses if time allows

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Contact Details

Exchange Type

• Home for Time

Regions

• United Kingdom

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