Arts, Culture, Heritage Volunteer Roles

Gain hands-on radio production experience

As part of our Sound and Vision project to redevelop the National Science and Media Museum, a team of volunteers supports us to produce a monthly radio show which promotes Sound and Vision and gets the local community more involved in the development of our new galleries.

Working closely with the museum, volunteers play a key role in planning, producing and presenting each 30-minute show, broadcast by Bradford Community Broadcasting (BCB), aiming to engage and excite the local community about developments in Sound and Vision and the museum’s programmes and collections. Our previous broadcasts can be heard on the Sound and Vision radio page.

Volunteers in this role gain first-hand experience in broadcasting while also getting an insight into how the museum operates. Role training is provided with our partners at BCB and you will be supported by our Communications and Marketing team.

In this role you will:

• Produce and present a monthly 30-minute radio show hosted by BCB about the development of the Sound and Vision project and wider programme at the National Science and Media Museum.
• Work alongside museum staff to identify topics to be covered in each programme, assist in content development and identifying guests.
• Edit the programme for either pre-recorded or live broadcast at BCB.

What you’ll bring to the role: 

This role is perfect for people who:

• Have an interest in broadcasting or a willingness to learn
• Are passionate about Bradford, the National Science and Media Museum, and its programme
• Are friendly and keen to work as part of a team
• Have confidence to produce and present a radio show at BCB, with training and support

Please see the Role Description for full details and visit our website to apply.

We are looking for people from all walks of life, ages and experience To represent, fundraise, promote and elevate the boroughs of Newham, Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest, East Bank and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

The Foundation for Future London is recruiting 3 unpaid roles: Finance Trustee and 2 Trustees to join the Board Ambassadors, a new voluntary role made up of East London’s most dedicated, passionate advocates

Recruitment Morning Invitation

We are creating a brand-new volunteer role at Westonbirt Arboretum, the Woodland Support Team. You can find details about the role below. If this sounds like it might be of interest, we would like to invite you to spend a morning with us on Saturday 29th June 2024 from 10am-12pm (approx). To attend the recruitment morning please respond to this advertisement in order to sign-up

This session will equip you with everything you need to know about the role, the training programme and volunteering at Westonbirt Arboretum. It is important to attend this session in order for you to make an informed decision on whether you would like to apply to become a Woodland Support volunteer at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum.

After the recruitment morning, if you would like to apply to become a Woodland Support volunteer at Westonbirt Arboretum there will be a 2 day informative training programme, details are available in the recruitment morning sign-up form. The 2 day formal training sessions are mandatory. It is important to understand at this stage whether you are able to commit to these dates before going further.

Volunteer Role Description - Woodland Support Volunteers

Westonbirt’s historic Victorian landscape and internationally important tree and shrub collection is managed by Forestry England and attracts thousands of visitors each year – the Woodland Support volunteer team will be a key element of our Visitor Services (VS) team in helping everyone to get the very best from their time with us. This busy, varied and active role supports visitors whilst they are out and about in the arboretum and will help them to enjoy a memorable day out.

When/Where
This role will be a highly proactive roving role to provide support and information to visitors, primarily in Silkwood, but with possible extension to the Old Arboretum in the future. This role will be carried out in pairs at all times. Shifts will be split and there will be the ability to take breaks during the shift:

• 10.00 am -1.00 pm - morning shift
• 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm – afternoon shift

What’s involved?

· Walking all main routes and known busy areas in Silkwood, to be a visible assistance to visitors with daily site, trail information etc…

· Proactively engaging visitors with a warm hello and welcome to enhance their visitor experience.

· Proactively advising seasonal tree, flora and fauna highlights, directions, and answering general queries.

· Communicating confidently with VS Team via on site radio, and face-to-face with colleagues and visitors.

· Support the VS team as appropriate, by observing visitors wellbeing and behaviour and adherence to site rules, in particular with regard to dog policy.

· Reporting any incidents, including but not limited to: dog incidents/issues; first aid; lost persons; infrastructure/woodland damage.

· Staying calm and focused if dealing with visitors who require support, whilst waiting for support from VS.

· Ensure visitor feedback, both positive and negative, is recorded and escalated appropriately.

· Covering large areas of Silk Wood on foot (or mobility scooter) in all weathers

· Litter picking.

We’d like you to be

• A proactive, people-person with a warm welcoming style who can communicate with all kinds of visitors in an inclusive manner.
• Enjoy working outdoors (in all weathers) and be reliable, positive, patient.
• Keen to share your enthusiasm (we are not looking for experts) for the arboretum with others.

We will

· Provide role training, including – site knowledge, engaging with the public, procedures and systems, site rules and Dog Policy, Health & Safety, dealing with incidents, FoWA membership, radio use and protocol.

· Provide volunteer uniform and name badge.

· Provide ongoing support onsite from FE staff, including daily briefing.

· Ensure you are always with another volunteer.

· Pay a contribution to the cost of volunteering travel.

Volunteer role: Social Media Manager

Team: Communications Team

Location: Remote

Reports to: Director of Communications (Volunteer)

Hours: Approx  5 hrs week

About Us

Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.

Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Social Media Manager to help us drive the awareness of and engagement with our work promoting a fairer future for football. We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's communications goals. 

This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in social media with a sporting slant. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help shape the future of football in an extraordinary way.

Main Responsibilities

You would be essential in monitoring the industry news, promoting Fair Game initiatives via our social channels and helping us respond to any queries quickly and efficiently. You will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Monitor the sports news and social media looking for opportunities for Fair Game to join the conversation 

• Work with communications, other members of the social team and designers to produce high quality, engaging content for a range of audiences

• Highlight the great work done throughout out the organisation to relevant social audiences

• Contribute to social strategy, shaping our approach and bringing best practice to our social media initiatives

• Responding to online conversations in an efficient and engaging manner

• Work closely with the social media team to ensure that Fair Game is engaging and reacting to women’s football stories breaking online.

• To attend weekly 30 min meetings with the Heads of the Communications team.
   

What You'll Need To Bring

• You will likely be a football fan, with your finger on the pulse with what is going on in the game, from player’s welfare to fan engagement. 

• Excellent writing skills

• A passion for social media and recent, relevant experience managing social media for an exciting brand or brand

• A strategic mindset and the ability to think on your feet

• An excellent sense of what will get people talking online

• Excellent sub-editing and proofing skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail

• A commitment to Fair Game’s values

• A passion to change football for the better
   

What You Will Gain

• A chance to put your stamp on our social presence, try new things and engage our diverse audiences

• First hand experience of content creation for social media for a fantastic, forthright brand on a real mission

• Experience of working with a passionate team

• The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change football for the better
   

Volunteering

We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference. 

We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause.

We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.

Volunteer role: Marketing Guru

Team: Communications Team

Location: Remote

Reports to: Director of Communications (Volunteer)

Hours: Approx  5 hrs week

About Us

Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.

Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a volunteer Marketing Guru to help us drive awareness of and engagement with the fair game mission amongst our key audiences. We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're looking for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's communications goals. 

This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in sports marketing. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help extraordinarily shape the future of football.

Main Responsibilities

You would be essential in developing brand decks and marketing collateral, for our football club, stakeholder and political audiences. You will be responsible for the following tasks:

●       Design promotional and informative decks for a range of Fair Game audience

●       Work with the wider communications team to produce high-quality, engaging marketing collateral for our various audiences

●       Contribute to marketing strategy, shaping our approach and bringing best practices to our marketing initiatives

●       Generate content for online audiences as needed

●    To attend weekly 30-minute meetings with the Heads of the Communications team.

What You'll Need To Bring

●       You will likely be a football fan, with your finger on the pulse of what is going on in the game, from player’s welfare to fan engagement. 

●       Excellent writing skills

●       Experience creating a range of marketing materials and a knack for getting the right message to the right audience

●       Proficiency in and experience with a range of programs (PowerPoint, Canva InDesign etc)

●       Flair for design and a natural grasp of how to present a brand to different audiences

●       A strategic mindset and the ability to think on your feet

●       An excellent sense of what will get people to take action

●       Excellent sub-editing and proofing skills

●       Excellent interpersonal skills

●       Attention to detail

●       A commitment to Fair Game’s values

●       A passion to change football for the better

What You Will Gain

●       A chance to put your stamp on our marketing collateral

●       First-hand experience in creating marketing assets for a fantastic, forthright brand on a real mission

●       Experience working with a passionate team

●       The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change football for the better

Volunteering

We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference.

We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause.

We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.

Role: Grant and Bid Writer (Volunteer)

Team: Finance and Commercial

Location: Remote

Reports to: Commercial Manager (Volunteer)

Hours: Approx. 4hrs a week

About Us

Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.

Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!

What we are Looking For

We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's commercial goals. 

This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in sports management or governance. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help shape the future of football in an extraordinary way.

Main Responsibilities

(Don’t worry, you won’t be doing all of these on your own)

• Support the Commercial Manager in developing and delivering Fair Game’s multi-stream fundraising and partnering strategy.

• To research and identify potential grants and funds that support Fair Game’s objectives.

• To prepare high-quality grant applications, including writing and editing content, and production of documents in support of the respective applications.

• End-to-end management of grant applications, including updating the respective libraries and funnels for management reporting.

• Managing tender emails, portals, and websites for grant applications, identifying opportunities and future pipeline, registering interest, and downloading the relevant documents.

• Evaluating and identifying areas for improvement from tender and bid feedback.

• To attend a fortnightly one-hour management meeting.

As an organisation, we believe that we are not perfect. We welcome creativity and will always strive to improve.

What you will Need to Bring

• Strong ability to organise and manage tasks efficiently

• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities

• Proficiency in information technology and superior writing capabilities

• Outstanding skills in networking and building rapport with others

• Keen eye for detail

• Experience in preparing and submitting grant applications

• Dedication to the principles and ethos of Fair Game

• Passionate about contributing to a more equitable future in football

What you will Gain

• A network of contacts in the football industry

• An opportunity to develop media, campaigning and researching skills

• And a chance to change football for the better

Volunteering

We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference. 

We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause

We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.

Step into the past and guide visitors through the captivating tales woven within our historic walls. Join our team and be a part of preserving the legacy of Walmer Castle and Gardens and embrace the opportunity to share your love for heritage as one of our explainers.

 It is now an even more exciting time to join the volunteer explainer team at Walmer Castle and Gardens. We have opened the Lord Warden’s Apartments to visitors for the first time, so it is an exceptional time in Walmer Castle’s history/story. If you love sharing stories, engaging with visitors, and delving into the rich heritage of our remarkable building, this opportunity is for you.

General Secretary of ICOMOS-UK (executive position)

Minimum:  2 days per week

The current Secretary is stepping down after twenty years of service to ICOMOS-UK. We are looking for someone to fill the position starting in July 2024. This is currently a part-time un-paid executive (equivalent to a CEO) role with reasonable expenses for out of the office work.  It is an ideal opportunity for anyone who wishes to work as part of an international organisation and bring international heritage conservation ideas and knowledge and practice to the UK. It could suit someone who has part-time availability or has recently retired and wishes to retain an active involvement in the heritage sector within an international dimension. Experience of working in sectors relating to the historic/built environment and/or culture and heritage would be desirable. Experience in managing the development and delivery of governance, policy and operations for a small or medium sized organisation or as part of a larger organisation would be essential. We envisage that an increase in membership which ICOMOS-UK is working towards may generate funding to make the role paid in the future.

The Secretary reports to the President and manages a member of staff (part-time paid staff member) and volunteers who undertake work intermittently. 

We are expecting to fill this post by the beginning of July 2024 and would be happy to arrange an informal chat with ICOMOS-UK’s President about the role, on request.

Application process: closing date for the application is 17th May 2024. Candidates should send a CV, no longer than 2/3 pages, setting out why they wish to apply for the post and all relevant skills, knowledge and experience that support the application. Interviews are scheduled during first week in June 2024. The successful candidate will be notified soon after the interview date. 

Job Description

The role of the General Secretary 

The role of the General Secretary of ICOMOS-UK (equivalent to a CEO of a small organisation) is to take responsibility for the day-to-day function of the Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), to manage the secretariat (including the Operations Manager and volunteer staff), to support the work of the President and Executive Committee, and to oversee the national and international activities of ICOMOS-UK. The General Secretary will report to the President. 

The organisation has been through a review and has been implementing its revised vision to increase ICOMOS-UK’s membership, (which currently stands at 470-500), and raise the organisation’s profile. We are a broad church and our members come from a variety of background and includes architects, archaeologists, geographers, engineers, project managers, curators, planners, carpenters, specialists in intangible cultural customs and traditions etc.  Unlike many heritage organisations which were forced to close down during the pandemic, we were fortunate to retain our members throughout the lockdown and since which demonstrates the loyalty and support we already garner from our members. The General Secretary would work with the membership committee in sustaining this trend and identify new ideas to retain existing members and recruit new ones.

Main Duties / Key Responsibilities

1. To support the President and Executive Committee in the delivery of the work of ICOMOS-UK.
2. To develop, co-ordinate and present policy, as agreed with the Executive Committee.
3. To co-ordinate and manage the secretariat function of ICOMOS-UK including the Office Manager. To oversee the governance arrangements for ICOMOS-UK.
4. To work with the Treasurer on the budget, income generation and expenditure for ICOMOS-UK, including support for fund-raising activities and applications.
5. To help drive the recruitment and support of members of ICOMOS-UK.
6. To help coordinate and promote events supporting and disseminating the work of ICOMOS-UK.
7. To coordinate, promote and report on the activities of ICOMOS-UK committees to the membership, stakeholders and potential interest groups; to work with the committees on the implementation of their recommendations.
8. The post holder will be the secretary of the International Monuments Trust (IMT), convene meetings, take minutes and organise the transfer of payments.

Person Specification

You will have or develop:

•       strong drive and initiative
•       strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in all tasks
•       experience in using your own judgement
•       familiarity in reporting to and taking direction from the President and Executive Committee.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Required knowledge, skills and experience for the suitable candidate can be found on the attached Job Description.

Competency Framework

The competency Framework for the role can be found on the attached Job Description.

Dimensions

• Understanding of the work of ICOMOS, using knowledge and experience to proactively engage with Executive Committee and stakeholders.
• Supporting and undertaking work and providing reports to President and Executive Committee.
• Acting as a champion for ICOMOS’s work.

Background

What is ICOMOS?

The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) was set up in 1965 and is a non-governmental international organisation dedicated to the conservation of the world’s monuments and sites. With around 11,000 individual members active in over 150 countries and a network of 130 National committees (similar to the one in the UK) spread across the world, ICOMOS is one of the most highly regarded conservation organisations in the world. Its 31 International Scientific Committees made up of heritage conservation specialists from across the globe are responsible for developing charters, principles and guidelines on conservation and management of cultural sites. It is one the three advisers to the UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee on cultural World Heritage properties (the other two being IUCN (International Union for the Conservation of Nature) and ICCROM (International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property)).

What is ICOMOS-UK?

ICOMOS-UK is one of the 130 national committees of ICOMOS. It is an independent charity, set up in 1965. We have an active membership of individuals and institutions who come from a wide range of backgrounds in the UK and worldwide. As a national committee based in the UK, ICOMOS-UK promotes appreciation and understanding of our built environment and landscape associated with it and UK’s diverse intangible cultural heritage.  It mirrors the structure of the international body. We have a UK board, a small Secretariat comprising an Operations Manager (OM) and a General Secretary. There are eight scientific committees which report to the Board. Our focus is on providing advice on good practice through the dissemination of ICOMOS’s international Charters, Principles and Guidelines and regular national and international events (conferences, lectures, panel discussions etc). We are also the only independent adviser on the implementation of 1972 World Heritage Convention and its Operational Guidelines to the UK Government and the 33 World Heritage sites situated across the UK. The Board and the eight scientific committees collaborate with the heritage, arts and education sectors in the UK and internationally in developing new thinking and making ICOMOS’s international standards relevant to the national context. 

Outside Edge Theatre Company are seeking new Trustees who share our passion about changing lives through the power of theatre.

We are looking to broaden our Board’s diversity of thought with creative and strategic thinkers, including the appointment of two new roles: Treasurer and Deputy Chair of the Board.

We’re particularly interested in the following experience: Fundraising, Charity Finance, Drug & Alcohol services, Participatory arts, Theatre making, EDI and CSR. The most important factor, however, is that you bring energy and commitment to the role and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.

The RAF Museum has beautiful grounds that require continuous year-round attention, including pruning, weeding, mowing, planting and general garden maintenance. 

This role offers the opportunity to help us maintain and shape the grounds at the RAF Museum.

It doesn't matter if you are Alan Titchmarsh or have little to no gardening experience at all.  If you feel you can offer a few hours a week to help maintain the grounds, we would gratefully appreciate your application.

What will I be doing?

· Leaf clearing using our road sweeper and leaf blower.

· Planting, pruning, weeding,

· General tidying

· General garden maintenance

· Driving the roadsweeper

· Contributing to planning future landscape projects.

This role is perfect for you if you…

· Work well with your hands

· Are thorough and pay attention to detail

· Have the ability to work well with others

· Have some customer service skills

· Can operate and control equipment.

We are happy to make adjustments, where possible, for those with additional support needs.

We are looking to recruit a Treasurer to join our board of trustees. The Treasurer, in addition to their role as trustee will oversee income, expenditure and support SCIP to manage cash flow and safeguard the charity. 

We are looking for a team player, who is able to support our board to grow the charity over the next few years. Our aim is to break down barriers which prevent people accessing the arts – as well as enriching our community with our workshops, community events and gallery space. We are a passionate and dedicated team in need of support embedding new procedures, strategies and development plans to help the charity grow. We welcome hand-on trustees who wish to come and help at workshops and events, but this is not expected or a requirement of the role.

If you have a background in any of the following it would be very useful for our board: charity experience, marketing and communications, human resources, inclusion and diversity and/or finance. Previous trustee experience is not necessary and we are actively seeking applications from all ages and backgrounds. Having a board with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences will enable SCIP to improve decision making to be more inclusive whilst having better understandings of potential barriers people have experience accessing arts.  SCIP are focused on working with people who share our vision and values.

Tannery Arts is entering an exciting stage of its journey having recently moved into new premises in the heart of Bermondsey, London; we are looking for new Trustees with the right skills, experience and enthusiasm to join our Board. Our Trustees play a vital role in ensuring Tannery Arts achieves its vision. If you believe that you have the passion, commitment and expertise to join us then we would like to hear from you.

As Trustee, you will be responsible for developing and guiding the strategic direction of the organisation as well as using your networks and influence to promote the work and impact of Tannery Arts. 

We particularly welcome applicants who will improve our organisation by diversifying the lived experience of our Board, for example in terms of gender, ethnicity, age, disability and sexual orientation, and/or lower socio-economic backgrounds.

Deadline for applications 10am, 25 April

Trustees wanted for Nantgarw China Works Museum

Nantgarw China Works is home to the finest porcelain ever produced. It was established in 1813 and produced porcelain that has achieved international fame before producing earthenware for daily use until 1920. The site was rescued from total decay in 1990 but many of the Scheduled historic structures remain in urgent need of care. Today the China Works is a museum displaying the history of the porcelain and pottery produced at the site, a working pottery where three ceramicists are based (one of whom produces porcelain items from the rediscovered recipe of 1813), and a major teaching institution running some 500 workshop sessions in heritage crafts. The site is a popular venue for local groups and societies as well as an increasing number of coach tours.

Since 2007 the Museum has been operated by a charitable trust which determines the strategic directions for its development. It is staffed by volunteers who carry out a wide range of duties under the oversight of our Strategic Development Manager. After considerable growth over the past decade, we are now focussed on the steps necessary for expansion and sustainability. We are currently seeking to achieve Accredited Museum status and in line with our vision and the conclusions of a recent Options Appraisal exercise are working on developing a multi-million-pound application to ‘transform where the world’s finest porcelain was made into a vibrant centre for ceramic history and contemporary innovation.’

At this exciting time in our history, we would welcome applications to join the existing seven members of the Trustee board. Trustees are unpaid and meet formally six times a year but are expected to develop a close relationship with the site and help in any way they can. Working together, Trustees are expected to:

• Set the strategic framework and direction to enable the Museum to deliver benefits to the public, to achieve its goals and to flourish
• Ensure that the charity is carrying out its purposes for the benefit of the public
• Comply with our governing document and the law
• Act in the charity’s best interests
• Manage the charity’s resources responsibly
• Act with reasonable care and skill and ensure the charity is accountable
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics for museums

We would be particularly interested in hearing from applicants who can contribute in the areas of:

• Education, learning and public engagement, particularly in the context of the new Welsh Curriculum
• Historic buildings management and building conservation
• Emerging technologies for interpretation and presentation

Nantgarw China Works is dedicated to diversity, equality and inclusivity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our commitment extends to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodations or have specific needs, please let us know.

Galw am ymddiriedolwyr ar gyfer Amgueddfa Crochendy Nantgarw

Mae Crochendy Nantgarw yn gartref i’r porslen gorau a gynhyrchwyd erioed. Fe’i sefydlwyd ym 1813 a chynhyrchodd borslen sydd wedi ennill bri rhyngwladol cyn cynhyrchu llestri pridd at ddefnydd bob dydd tan 1920. Achubwyd y safle rhag dadfeiliad llwyr ym 1990, ond mae llawer o’r strwythurau hanesyddol Rhestredig yn parhau i fod angen gofal brys. Heddiw, mae’r Crochendy yn amgueddfa sy’n arddangos hanes y porslen a’r crochenwaith a gynhyrchwyd ar y safle. Mae hefyd yn grochendy gweithredol lle mae tri seramegydd wedi’u lleoli (y mae un ohonyn nhw’n cynhyrchu eitemau porslen o hen rysáit 1813 a ail-ddarganfuwyd), a sefydliad addysgu mawr sy’n rhedeg 500 o sesiynau gweithdy mewn crefftau treftadaeth. Mae’r safle yn lleoliad poblogaidd ar gyfer grwpiau a chymdeithasau lleol yn ogystal â nifer cynyddol o deithiau bws.

Ers 2007 mae’r Amgueddfa wedi’i gweithredu gan ymddiriedolaeth elusennol sy’n penderfynu’r cyfeiriad strategol ar gyfer ei datblygiad. Mae’n cael ei staffio gan wirfoddolwyr sy’n cyflawni ystod eang o ddyletswyddau dan arolygiaeth ein Rheolwr Datblygu Strategol. Ar ôl twf sylweddol dros y degawd diwethaf, rydym bellach yn canolbwyntio ar y camau angenrheidiol ar gyfer ehangu a chynaliadwyedd. Ar hyn o bryd, rydym yn ceisio ennill statws Amgueddfa Achrededig ac, yn unol â’n gweledigaeth a chasgliadau yr ymarferiad Arfarnu Opsiynau diweddar, rydym yn gweithio ar ddatblygu cais gwerth miliynau o bunnoedd i ‘drawsnewid y safle, lle y gwnaed porslen gorau’r byd, mewn i ganolfan fywiog i’r cyhoedd sy’n canolbwyntio ar hanes cerameg ac arloesi cyfoes.’

Ar yr adeg gyffrous hon yn ein hanes, byddem yn croesawu ceisiadau i ymuno â saith aelod presennol bwrdd yr Ymddiriedolwyr. Mae’r Ymddiriedolwyr yn ddi-dâl ac yn cyfarfod yn ffurfiol chwe gwaith y flwyddyn ond disgwylir iddyn nhw feithrin perthynas agos â’r safle a helpu mewn unrhyw ffordd y gallan nhw. Gan gydweithio, disgwylir i Ymddiriedolwyr:

• Pennu’r fframwaith a’r cyfeiriad strategol i alluogi’r Amgueddfa i sicrhau buddion i’r cyhoedd, i gyflawni ei nodau ac i ffynnu
• Sicrhau bod yr elusen yn cyflawni ei dibenion er budd y cyhoedd
• Cydymffurfio â’n dogfen lywodraethol a’r gyfraith
• Gweithredu er lles gorau’r elusen
• Rheoli adnoddau’r elusen yn gyfrifol
• Gweithredu gyda gofal a sgìl rhesymol a sicrhau bod yr elusen yn atebol
• Cadw at y Cod Moeseg ar gyfer amgueddfeydd

Byddai gennym ddiddordeb arbennig mewn clywed gan ymgeiswyr a all gyfrannu yn y meysydd canlynol:

• Addysg, dysgu ac ymgysylltu â’r cyhoedd, yn enwedig yng nghyd-destun y Cwricwlwm i Gymru newydd
• Rheoli adeiladau hanesyddol a chadwraeth adeiladau
• Technolegau newydd ar gyfer dehongli a chyflwyno

Mae Crochendy Nantgarw yn ymroddedig i amrywiaeth, cydraddoldeb a chynhwysiant. Rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan unigolion o bob cefndir. Mae ein hymrwymiad yn ymestyn i ddarparu proses recriwtio gynhwysol. Os oes angen llety arnoch neu os oes gennych anghenion penodol, rhowch wybod i ni.