We are delighted to invite practitioners in the Plum Village tradition to become founding members of our Resident Community. This is an invitation to live your practice deeply while helping to establish the foundation of a significant new Buddhist centre in the UK.
Below you’ll a link to detailed role description, along with information on the application process.
The closing date to apply is Friday, 7th November 2025, at midnight (UK time).
Resident Community Member (Volunteer)
Live, Practice, Serve: Join Our Founding Resident Community
As one of six to seven initial community members, you’ll join us for 1-2 years, contributing your energy, skills, and presence to nurture both the physical space and the spiritual atmosphere of our centre.
Your days will follow the rhythm of mindfulness practice – morning meditation, mindful meals, and working meditation in the garden, kitchen, or supporting retreatants.
Every four months, you’ll rotate through different roles, gaining experience in garden tending, retreat support, kitchen practice, and office work. Throughout your stay, you’ll receive mentorship, join community-building practices, and explore both practical skills and the art of living harmoniously with others.
If, after reading the role description you still have questions, please read our FAQs.
Here you will find downloadable and printable version.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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Thank you for walking this path with us.
