Arts culture heritage volunteer roles

We are at a very exciting stage in the development of the Trust, having increased our impact significantly over the last 3 years, with new 5-year strategy in place,  a small staff team, an expert group of Trustees, and a wonderful cohort of committed volunteers.

We are particularly interested in applications from people withknowledge, skills and experience in ecology and conservation; heritage, culture and the arts; the law; safeguarding; senior leadership experience, ideally at Chief Executive level, in the charity or social enterprise sector; and/or people with a strong connection to, and understanding of, the Forest through volunteering for EFHT or one of the other community organisations who work in/or around the Forest.

Through this recruitment process we are also aiming to further diversify our Board of Trustees, to ensure it reflects the communities surrounding the Forest. We are particularly seeking applications from Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates and from people who are disabled. 

As way of background, several Trustees who have helped lead our transformation are now stepping down as a result of work changes or moving home, and we are recruiting between 3 and 5 new Trustees with the passion, skills and experiences to steer delivery of the new strategy, committed to making the Forest accessible to all as we help protect and preserve Epping Forest now, and for generations to come.

As a Trustee you will be expected to attend 4 Trustee meetings a year as well as our Annual General meeting, and take part in other activities as your time permits. The role is voluntary and unremunerated. 

We offer a full induction and training as necessary to help you fulfil the role.

Application is by CV and short covering letter (no more than 2 pages).

Applications close at 9am Wednesday 12th November with interviews planned for w/c 24th November.

Volunteer Role: Charity Shop & Arts Space Assistant
Location: NICOLA Arts, Wandsworth Rd, Lambeth, London
Organisation: NICOLA Arts

About Us:

NICOLA Arts is an artist-led charity shop in the heart of Lambeth. We’re more than just a shop — we’re a creative hub where local artists can display, sell, and create their work. Through our in-store exhibitions and collaborative projects, we aim to build a supportive, accessible space for creatives and the wider community.

Role Overview:
We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to help support the day-to-day running of our charity shop and creative space. This is a varied role that combines retail tasks with hands-on support for artists and exhibitions. It's a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in the arts, community work, or gaining experience in a creative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort, price, and label donated clothes and items
• Assist customers with queries and purchases
• Operate the till and handle payments (training provided)
• Keep the shop tidy, welcoming, and well-organised
• Support artists working in the on-site studio
• Assist with setting up and manage in-store art exhibitions and events
• Post flyers locally for promoting our new shop

What We’re Looking For:

• Friendly, reliable, and proactive individuals
• An interest in the arts, creativity, or community engagement
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to learn and get stuck in
• Previous retail or creative experience is a bonus, but not required

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience working in a unique arts and retail environment
• Opportunities to connect with local artists and creative projects
• Training in retail and event support
• A chance to make a real difference in the Lambeth community
• References for future roles or education

Time Commitment:
Flexible shifts available – we’re happy to work around your schedule. Whether you can offer a few hours a week or more, your time and support will make a big difference.

How to Apply:
To express your interest, pop into the shop or apply online

OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS !!!

��NO LIMITS — Open Call for Visual Artists

NICOLA Arts invites visual artists, photographers, and creatives of all disciplines to take part in our upcoming exhibition “NO LIMITS” — a celebration of artistic freedom, individuality, and cultural diversity.

This open-themed show is designed to provide a platform for emerging and established artists to share their voice, connect with audiences, and sell their work in the heart of Central London.
All mediums are welcome: painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, mixed media, installation, collage — there are no limits to your creativity.

Selected works will be exhibited for three months, giving artists long-term exposure and the opportunity to reach collectors, art lovers, and the local creative community.

Location: NICOLA Arts Gallery, 150 Southampton Row, Holborn, London
Exhibition Dates: 13 December 2025 – 13 March 2026
Opening Night: 13 December, 3PM – 8PM
Application Deadline: 17 November 2025

�� Who Can Apply

We welcome applications from:

Emerging and professional artists

Art students and recent graduates

Local and international creatives based in London

�� Theme: “NO LIMITS”

Freedom of expression is the essence of creativity.
This theme invites you to interpret “No Limits” in your own way — whether personal, political, emotional, or experimental.
We’re looking for bold ideas, authentic voices, and works that challenge conventions.

��️ What We Offer

A curated group exhibition in Holborn (Central London)

3 months of public display and sales opportunity

Opening event with live music & press photography

Promotion on NICOLA Arts’ social media and partner networks

Professional photos and videos of your work

Optional artist features on our website and newsletter

��️ How to Apply

To submit your work, please fill out the application form and include:

�� Apply via Google Form → https://forms.gle/QwGAQo5GGVgiZPMX9

�� About NICOLA Arts

NICOLA Arts (New International Company of Live Arts) is a London-based charity promoting creativity, inclusion, and cultural exchange through art, performance, and education.
We empower artists from diverse backgrounds by providing platforms to exhibit, perform, and connect with the community.

We’re looking for people who care deeply about making a difference, people who want to help shape a more compassionate, care-centred future for the performing arts.

Our aim is to build a Board that truly represents the people we serve — in background, identity, experience, and voice. We want everyone to feel that they belong and can play a meaningful part in our work.

We know that joining a Board can sometimes feel daunting, so we’re committed to removing barriers and offering the support you need to take part fully and confidently.

We especially welcome people with lived experience that reflects the realities of care — whether you’re a carer or young carer, a young person, or someone from a background or identity that’s often under-represented in leadership.

Your insights, your story, and your perspective are invaluable in helping us shape a more inclusive and responsive organisation — one that truly reflects and serves the communities around us.

If you’re passionate about what we do and ready to bring your experience and ideas to help lead positive change, we’d love to hear from you.

For full details of the role and how to apply, please download the Job Pack from our website.

Application closes: Monday 24th November 2025, 11:00

The National Heritage Science Forum connects organisations involved in heritage science research and its practical application, for the benefit of society. Heritage science brings together the arts and sciences to help us understand, care for and preserve our cultural and natural heritage - from analysing paintings at the sub-microscopic level to addressing global challenges like climate change.

The opportunities

NHSF is seeking four trustees to join its Board at an exciting and transformational time. The positions available are:

• two general trustees
• Honorary Secretary
• Honorary Treasurer

You would join us at a pivotal time for heritage science in the UK, with NHSF playing a leading role in a dynamic research landscape that includes a recent £80 million investment by UK Research and Innovation to establish the Arts and Humanities Research Council-led Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS).

Who we're looking for

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to increasing collaboration, knowledge-exchange and communicating the value of heritage science to society. You don't need previous trustee experience or a background in heritage science - we'll provide a full induction.

We're particularly keen to encourage applications from people who can help us:

• diversify our income base
• develop our membership
• communicate our work to wider audiences.

What we do need is enthusiasm, commitment and fresh ideas to help raise the profile of heritage science and contribute to the long-term sustainability of this UK-wide charity.

Further information including detailed role descriptions is available on our website.

How to apply

Please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you'd like to become a trustee and which role interests you to by 23:59 on 10th November 2025.

Online interviews will be held in the week starting 24th November 2025.

The successful applicants will be proposed to the membership for appointment at the AGM in January 2026.

Crossness Pumping Station (overseen by the Crossness Engines Trust) is a unique and valuable museum of UK and world reknown telling the history of how the ambitious management of sewage transformed London as a city of growth and innovation in the 1860s and helped eradicate cholera. Preserved and restored by a group of enthusiasts since 1987, we are now entering a second phase of major restoration and we need visionary trustees who can help us achieve it.

This role is one of three we have created for experts in their field to help us implement a major programme over the next 5-10 years. It really is your chance to be part of our history!

As well as the usual trustee roles (outlined in the role description attached) the specific skills needed for this role include:

Role Objectives

• Acting as lead expert on the Board in relation to management of Crossness as a heritage asset.
• Advising on regulatory and policy issues in heritage buildings and assets.
• Ensuring high standards of achievement in all aspects relating to Museum Accreditation including Building restoration, Collections and Archives.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with the Restoration, Archives and other relevant teams including developing work plans.
• Overseeing funding requirements in major grant applications.
• Being part of the Building Condition Survey sub-group.
• Liaising with volunteers and suppliers on developing work plans and ensuring their completion.
• Contribute to financial and business plans to achieve the heritage asset goals of the Trust.

Candidate requirements

Essential

• Experience working in a senior heritage management role.
• Excellent understanding of the needs of heritage assets and the roles of volunteers and staff in their management.
• Understanding of key stakeholder networks and sources of information useful to the Trust.
• Excellent communication skills including with staff and volunteers as well as fellow trustees.
• An understanding of the importance of collaboration and problem-solving.
• Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office 365.
• Commitment to attend board meetings regularly and volunteer for other sub-committees as appropriate.
• Able to devote around 2-3 hours per week on preparing for meetings.
• Treating colleagues with respect and politeness.

Desirable

• Experience working in the charity sector.
• Experience as a volunteer at a similar organisation.
• Experience in Digital, Marketing and Finance would also be useful.

As the next Chair of artsdepot – lead and support a vibrant organisation to deliver their vision of a creative home for everyone, bringing inspiring arts to every Barnet family.

Location: North Finchley, London

Time commitment: 1-2 days per month

Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 27th October

Who we are

artsdepot is a prominent cultural venue located in North London, specifically at 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley. It stands as the only multi-space professional arts centre in Barnet, London’s second most populous borough, which boasts over 400,000 residents. The organisation’s vision is “A Creative Home for Everyone,” with a mission to engage every family in Barnet with a creative experience by 2027.

The venue is equipped with diverse facilities, including a 395-seat Pentland Theatre, a 151-seat Studio Theatre, three arts and education studios, a gallery, a creative research lab, a café, a bar and a free soft play area for children. Additionally, artsdepot hosts London Studio Centre, an undergraduate college, complete with its own dance studios, lecture theatre and library.

Annually, artsdepot welcomes over 170,000 visitors and generates a turnover of approximately £2.7 million, recognised as a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England. 87% of its income is self-generated from diverse income streams, including box office takings, tenant rent, hired events, fundraising and its café and bar.

The organisation operates as The Arts Depot Trust Limited, a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity, governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association.

About the role

The Chair will provide crucial leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that all Trustees are able to effectively fulfil their responsibilities. This role involves a close working partnership with the Chief Executive / Creative Director to ensure the effective implementation of Board decisions.

Key duties include:

• Acting as the leader and spokesperson of the Board, closely engaging with the Company and its activities, and representing artsdepot at external events when appropriate.
• Supporting the Chief Executive/Creative Director in fulfilling their duties.
• Serving as the decision-maker on urgent matters requiring Board authorisation that cannot await the next Board meeting, with all such decisions brought to the full Board for ratification and staying within agreed policy parameters.
• Leading and motivating the Board on specific issues, such as fundraising and advocacy.
• Providing leadership to the Board and setting its agenda.
• Ensuring the provision of accurate, timely and clear information to Trustees and assessing the effectiveness of both individual Trustees and the Board as a whole.
• Ensuring Trustees are given sufficient time to consider critical issues and realistic deadlines for decision-making.

As with all Trustee roles, the Chair will be responsible for holding the charity “in trust” for beneficiaries by ensuring artsdepot has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction, and actively pursues its charitable objects and complies with its Articles of Association.

Who we are looking for

artsdepot is seeking an exceptional individual who embodies the following qualities, skills and experience with a passion for artsdepot. They will also bring a deep understanding of the multifaceted role of arts centres, including their impact on creation, presentation, support of the arts and their social and economic contributions to their regions.

You will bring:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to engage constructively with a broad range of views to further artsdepot’s mission.
• Motivational leadership abilities, capable of building trust and effectively navigating contentious issues.
• Excellent political credibility, a strong personal network and the willingness to leverage these connections for artsdepot across national and local government, civil service, business and/or finance sectors.
• High-level advocacy skills to bolster fundraising efforts and enhance the charity’s positioning.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with CEOs and senior leadership teams.
• A deep understanding of acting as a trustee for not for profit organisations, with a preference for previous experience as a trustee for a charity.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach, adept at identifying and utilising existing Trustee strengths, and supporting the Board to collectively shape and enhance artsdepot.
• Resourcefulness, non-judgemental attitude and calmness when addressing complex situations and managing multiple stakeholders with confidence and good humour.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 27th October.

Join our Board. Shape our future.

Our mission is simple but vital: to inspire and delight people of all ages with the life, work, and legacy of William Shakespeare. We are seeking to appoint new Trustees to join our Executive Board, helping to safeguard Shakespeare’s heritage and inspire future generations around the world.

As a Trustee, you will help shape the future of an independent charity with international reach. This is a chance to:

· Play a central role in caring for and making accessible Shakespeare’s historic homes and collections

· Support innovative learning programmes and research

· Help us thrive as a charity that relies on visitors, donors, and supporters.

We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in commercial development, finance/governance, fundraising and philanthropy, strategic arts/heritage management, property and asset management, digital engagement or brand stewardship.

We value curiosity, collaboration and a strong commitment to making Shakespeare’s legacy accessible to all. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who can help broaden the diversity of our Board.

More information can be found at http://bit.ly/3KbzPX4

Volunteer Treasurer needed to join 6million+ Educational Trust
I am a trustee of 6million+, an amazing community-based charity that integrates creative arts with refugees and local volunteers in West Yorkshire, telling stories of refuge and delivering projects of hope.

While we have just recruited four fantastic trustees, our existing Treasurer is stepping down and we are looking for a successor to fill this role.

The turnover of the charity is small, with a turnover of around £30,000 each year. The Treasurer has responsibility for managing and overseeing the charity's financial affairs, ensuring they are legal, constitutional and follow accepted accounting practices, including working with our accountants to complete the annual accounts. On-going Treasurer responsibilities include administering payments, informing grant applications, invoicing partners for commissioned work and drawing down payments from funders.The post-holder will also be a trustee with an expectation of 6 meetings a year, probably 3 online and 3 face to face and to take an active interest in the organisation.

We're looking for new Trustees to join the board of our award winning educational charity that has been turning primary school classrooms around the UK into 'pop-up' art galleries for over thirty years.  As part of our board you will help shape the approach the charity will take and its future direction.  

Magic Lantern workshops give children the opportunity to explore, discuss and bring to life famous art works, and discover the world of art from cave paintings to Cubism, Gothic to graffiti, and Turner to the Turner Prize. Our approach is designed to particularly help children who have not previously had the opportunity to engage with the arts or who might be reticent to participate in traditional lessons.  Our sessions are interactive and have elements of drama, soundscape, slow looking, problem solving and creative writing.  

We operate in several parts of England including London, the South East, the South West, the North East and Oxfordshire. We work with over 12,000 children each year and in 2019 were awarded with a JM Barrie Members' Award by Action for Children's Arts. 

We are currently looking for three new trustees to add fresh voices to our board, strengthen our collective skillset and plan for our future.  We want people who share our values and vision, are passionate about education and art, and can act as ambassadors for our work in schools.

We hold online trustee meetings four times a year on a weekday evening.  This is a voluntary role but the charity will pay for out-of-pocket expenses e.g. for travel to any in-person trustee meetings or events.  The post is a fixed term of three years with the possibility of a second term. Any successful applicant will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS check in the child workforce and their appointment is conditional until the full enhanced disclosure has been received by the charity. 

It is not necessary to have previous trustee, board or committee experience as training will be provided, and you do not need to have a background in education or the arts to be eligible for this role.  We would very much like our board of Trustees to look more like our community and would particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.  

Each trustee needs to:

·Be committed to the charity’s overall mission and to achieving the purpose that we were set up for

·Give the time and commitment that’s needed to carry out their role well

·Act with integrity and honesty

·Think carefully about the long- and short-term goals of the charity and how they can be achieved effectively

·Think independently and contribute to decisions that the trustees as a group can show are good for the charity

·Be willing to be creative and to think beyond how we do things today

·Be willing to speak their mind in a way that is polite and respects those who may have different ideas and opinions

·Work well as part of a team with the rest of the trustees and our staff team, including when we have different views on how to do things

·Recognise that being a trustee is an important leadership role that has specific responsibilities and legal duties, and take time to understand these 

Skills or experience in one or more of the following areas would be of particular interest to us:

·Administration

·Communication

·Digital

·Education

·Equality, diversity and inclusion

·Finance and accounting

·Fundraising

·Governance

·Legal

·Marketing

·Museum / Gallery

·Social Media

Norwich University of the Arts is seeking visionary, values-driven leaders to join its governing body, the Council, helping to shape strategy and champion innovation, inclusion and excellence at one of the UK’s most distinctive creative institutions.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 19th November.

Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) is a renowned institution with a proud heritage dating back to 1845. Today, we are a vibrant, forward-thinking university specialising in arts, design and media, where creativity is celebrated and community is everything. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional student experience—one that inspires ambition, nurtures talent and creates a sense of belonging.

Our commitment to excellence in teaching is consistently recognised through independent awards and assessments. Most recently, we were proud to be named the first-ever Arts University of the Year for 2025, a testament to the passion, innovation and excellence that define NUA.

Looking ahead, our 2022–2027 Strategy sets out a bold vision: to become a leading voice in shaping the future of creativity and creative arts education. Our strategy champions well-being, global perspectives, and deep industry collaboration—empowering individuals while strengthening the creative sector both locally and worldwide through transformative education and practice.

As a university, we are now seeking three new Independent Governors to join our Council and support us on our strategic journey. We welcome individuals who bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Innovation and entrepreneurship in the creative industries
• Human Resources or organisational development
• Finance

This is a unique opportunity for senior leaders to bring their expertise to a dynamic and forward-thinking university. As experienced leaders with a passion for strategic vision and a commitment to fostering a thriving academic environment, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education and making a lasting contribution to the creative industries. If you are driven to make a meaningful impact through governance and long-term leadership, we warmly invite you to contribute your insights and apply.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 19th November.

Volunteer at Cockpit Open Studios

Become part of the Cockpit volunteer team! Our Open Studio events are a busy time at Cockpit Bloomsbury and Cockpit Deptford; the events occur twice a year and it is an invaluable opportunity to meet a diverse body of makers that create and sell their craft directly to the public. The volunteer team are key and help Cockpit to deliver a smooth and enriching experience to all our partners and visitors. What is Cockpit? Cockpit is a centre of excellence in contemporary craft. Spanning a wide range of craft disciplines, Cockpit makers are united by their extraordinary skill and imagination. Bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, our mission is to equip makers to succeed on their own terms, creatively and commercially.

A charity and UK top 100 social enterprise, Cockpit gives makers tools to build their businesses so they can focus on what they do best: making. We provide funded studio space, in-house business training and coaching, and exhibition opportunities for 176 makers practicing 23 different disciplines. Beyond Cockpit we work with makers throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.

Cockpit as we know it today began in 1986 when Camden Recycling created five starter units in Cockpit Yard for young, unemployed makers. In the early 2000s we opened our second location in Deptford and launched our pioneering business support programme. From there, Cockpit’s reputation grew to become the destination for makers starting up in practice. Highly sought-after, a place at Cockpit is a mark of quality.

The Role: Open Studios Volunteer

What will you do?
By joining the Cockpit team as a volunteer, you help us by being an on-site presence at our Open Studios events, and you will actively engage with those running the event, offer help, talk to and guide visitors around the building and pass any problems/issues back to the event manager.

Key Qualities:
• Ideal for someone with a genuine interest in craft and the creative sector and keen to learn from interactions with the core team and makers.
• Good communication skills, friendly and with a natural ability to engage with the public,
• Confidently share some knowledge with visitors about Cockpit and what it does as a charity.
• Possess a calm and measured presence to assist with the smooth delivery of the events.

Who are we looking for?
• Presentable, confident and enthusiastic individuals who have a keen interest in craft, design and the visual arts.
• Have some experience of working at events, customer service and/or invigilating exhibitions
• Can confidently and clearly give directions and assist the public with queries.
• Able to attend on-site training/orientation sessions w/c 28 October.

Cockpit Event Dates:

Bloomsbury:
Thursday 27 November, 2 - 5pm - Press, Trade, Tours
Thursday 27 November, 5 - 9pm - VIP event
Friday 28 November, 12 - 6pm - Public
Saturday 29 November, 12 - 6pm - Public
Sunday 30 November, 12 - 6pm - Public

Deptford:
Friday 5 December, 2 - 5pm - Press, Trade, Tours, VIP
Friday 5 December, 5 - 9pm - Public
Saturday 6 December, 12 - 6pm - Public
Sunday 7 December, 12 - 6pm - Public

Hours of Work:
• You would be expected to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the start of the public opening times.
• The shifts are usually in 3-hour blocks with ½ hour break unless specified.
• You will not need to be available for all the days/times, but should be able to offer shifts equivalent to two full days.

Expenses
• A stipend of £25 is allocated to cover daily travel expenses and food allowance. Please provide receipts with your claim form.
• You will also be able to redeem a lunch voucher at the onsite café, if you working a full day.
• Refreshments and light snacks will be provided for breaks.

How to apply and get involved If you would like to get involved, please send your CV by Tuesday 28 October, 6pm. Please include ‘Volunteer’ in the Subject line.

• Please let us know how many days you would like to do and any availability restrictions you are already aware of.
• We will review all applications following the deadline, and notify you via email.
• Those who are selected will be given a schedule that is tailored to the number of days and hours you can offer.
• There will be orientation and training sessions held at each site, attendance is required as it will be opportunity to ask questions and meet the core team and understand the landscape of each site.

Graphic Designer & Marketing Volunteer

About us

The Museum of Brands, nestled in the vibrant Notting Hill area of West London, is a one-of-a-kind institution that brings to life the fascinating history of consumer culture through branding, packaging, and advertisements. Our collection showcases over 200 years of social and technological change, offering visitors a nostalgic and insightful journey through history. Established by Robert Opie, the museum is a treasure trove of everyday items that might have been thrown away by past generations, but now tell the story of how consumer trends shaped society.

The Role 

We’re looking for talented Graphic Design & Marketing Volunteers to help create vibrant, on-brand visual content for both our social media and in-house marketing materials. You'll be working with Canva and Adobe tools to bring campaigns to life, from digital posters and Instagram carousels to screen graphics and printed flyers.

This offers an opportunity for hands-on experience in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) Cultural Sector, ideal for students or individuals with a strong interest in marketing, graphic design and content creation.

What you’ll do:

· Design digital and print marketing assets using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop or InDesign including:

o Social media graphics (posts, stories, highlight covers)

o Posters, flyers, leaflets

o Screens and TV slides for internal displays

· Follow and apply our brand identity guidelines to all content

· Translate event listings, updates, and key messages into engaging visual content

· Support and expand ongoing campaign visuals - while also contributing your own creative ideas

· Help plan and schedule social media content using tools such as Meta Business Suite or Hootsuite

· Collaborate with the wider team on seasonal campaigns, exhibitions, and public programmes

· Stay aware of current design trends and help ensure our visual identity remains fresh and dynamic

· Analyse the performance of social media posts, using data insights to adjust and improve future content strategies.

Additional Duties

•  Front of House Support: Train as a Museum Front of House assistant, covering Reception duties, welcoming visitors, handling calls, and assisting with other interdepartmental tasks as needed.

Who we’re looking for:

• Has experience using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign)
• Has a strong eye for layout, typography, and colour, with a good understanding of visual branding
• Can confidently follow a style guide but also bring your own creative flair
• Has good written communication skills and can transform information into clear, engaging design
• Is well-organised, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Bonus: an interest in museums, heritage, arts or cultural marketing

Availability

We're excited to offer this opportunity as either a volunteer role or a student placement, ideal for anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and creative environment.

Student Placement: This placement is perfect for someone who can contribute 2–3 days per week, with flexible options for full days (8 hours) or half days (4 hours) based on your schedule.

Volunteering: We are looking for individuals who can offer at least one half day per week for a minimum of three months. This helps create a consistent and valuable experience for both you and our marketing team.

Whether you're hoping to enhance your CV, gain industry insight, or support a cause you care about, we’d be delighted to welcome you aboard.

This placement requires in-person work at The Museum of Brands, London, W11 1QT during the week.

Expenses

Travel expenses up to £5 will be paid, with up to an additional £5 for lunch expenses if you are here for over 6 hours.

Training and support

We have an induction process that ensures you have the information needed to thrive during your time with us. Training is primarily ‘on-the-job’, guided by our Marketing Officer. You'll receive ongoing support, regular feedback, and opportunities for 1-to-1 discussions to enhance your skills and experience. We’re also happy to provide references and CV support to aid in your future employment opportunities.

Our Commitment

The Museum of Brands is committed to:

• Equality and fairness: We believe in providing equal opportunities for all volunteers, ensuring fairness in all aspects of the role.
• Safe working environment: Your safety is paramount, and we comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Confidentiality: We adhere to the principles of the Data Protection Act to ensure your privacy and data security.

Please note: Applicants from some overseas countries are required to have a relevant work permit or student visa in order to volunteer in the U.K. We’ll need to see this for our records before volunteering can commence.

Become a Trustee at Bristol Folk House
Help shape the future of one of Bristol’s most creative and welcoming community spaces.

Who we are
Bristol Folk House is a long-standing and much-loved adult education and community arts centre in the heart of the city. Our mission is to connect people through creativity, learning and wellbeing – whether that’s a first-time painting class, a salsa night, a flea market, or a quiet coffee in our garden.
We’re at a pivotal moment in our journey, with big ambitions for inclusion, access, creativity and impact. To help us get there, we’re looking for new trustees to join our board and guide the next phase of our development.
 

Why join us now?
It’s an exciting time to come on board. We’ve launched a refreshed strategy, completed the first stage of a major accessibility and estates project, and are deepening our relationships with Bristol’s communities.
 

As a trustee, you’ll help us to:
- Create a more accessible, welcoming and inspiring space
- Connect with more people across Bristol
- Strengthen our financial resilience and income generation
- Grow our reputation and visibility
- Build an inclusive, future-focused organisation

Skills and experience we’d love to add to the board
We welcome interest from people of all backgrounds, but are particularly keen to hear from those with skills or experience in:
- Property, Estates or Accessibility Projects – helping us complete and plan the future of our building
- Fundraising & Income Generation – particularly from trusts, grants or partnerships
- Community Engagement / EDI – building stronger inclusion and relationships with underrepresented groups
- Strategic Communications / Branding / Digital – growing awareness of what we do
- Finance & Governance – supporting oversight, audit and sustainability
- Creative Sector Leadership – especially if you’ve worked in arts, wellbeing, education or co-creation
 

You don’t need prior board experience – we’ll support new trustees to grow in confidence and understand governance.
 

What we’re looking for
- A genuine interest in creativity, learning and community
- Willingness to contribute actively to board meetings (every two months, 1.5 hours) and occasional working groups
- Commitment to our values of inclusion, collaboration and equity
- Fresh perspectives and lived experience – warmly welcomed
We’re especially keen to hear from people who reflect Bristol’s diversity – in background, ethnicity, age, gender identity, lived experience or professional journey.
 

How to get involved
If you’d like an informal chat or more information, please contact our Chair of Trustees.
 

To express interest, please send a short email telling us:
- Who you are
- Why you’d like to join the Bristol Folk House board
- What skills, experience or perspectives you bring
 

There’s no formal closing date – we’ll be reviewing expressions of interest on a rolling basis.
 

Thank you
 

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