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Volunteer Museum Attendant

  • Battle Of Prestonpans 1745 Heritage Trust
  • VO96116

Description

We are looking to expand our team of enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to run our new museum, based in Prestonpans Town Hall. From running the reception and small gift shop, to guiding guests around the exhibitions, from running family-friendly craft activities to supporting historical research projects, we are looking to build a team which is involved and engaged in what we do.
The main task of our volunteer is to support the museum being open at weekends, giving as many or as few days as you can.

Organisation aims and objectives

We conserve and interpret all aspects of the battle site and its story including the literature and songs arising.

Availability

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

We are looking to cover our public opening hours of 11am-4pm Saturday and Sunday, which are covered by a rota system for availability. There are also occasional special events, group visits etc on evenings for which our team will offer support.

Restrictions

Volunteers must be able to work independently and unsupervised. Opportunities to support school visits to the museum are available for volunteers willing to undertake additional training and disclosure checks.
Experience required: No formal experience is required, although an interest in history and local heritage will certain be a benefit. Volunteers must be polite and welcoming, and comfortable communicating with visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Basic IT skills will also be of benefit, for operating a simple till system and data-input tasks.
Travel details: Location accessible via, on foot, car and public transport - Our museum is on Prestonpans High Street, accessible by a number of bus services from either direction, including the Lothian 26 which brings you very close. Prestonpans Railway Station is about a 15 minute walk away, depending on mobility. There is free on-street parking in the area.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Taster available: Yes
Taster details: On initial application, we will invite potential volunteers to meet our curator at the museum for a tour and informal conversation.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

Last updated 7 months ago

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