Volunteer roles for the Arts, Culture and Heritage sector
The Ministry of Stories Board of Trustees is looking for a new Treasurer.
We're looking for someone who shares our vision of inspiring and supporting young people's ideas, imagination and voice through their creativity and writing. You will have the skills, time and passion to be an important part of our pioneering organisation, helping us grow and develop, and keeping young people and creativity at our heart.
The Treasurer will:
- Help to set and shape the Ministry of Stories strategic direction, with a particular focus on financial sustainability
- Oversee and approve budgets, accounts and financial statements, and present these quarterly to the board
- Chair the Finance and Fundraising Subcommittee of the board
- Ensure that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy, accounting procedures and controls
- Ensure that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by the relevant statutory bodies, including the Charity Commission
- Ensure that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required (independent examination or audit) and any recommendations are implemented
- Keep the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
- Contribute to the fundraising strategy of the organisation
We empower young people to write brighter futures for themselves through the power of their ideas, creativity and imagination.




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Step into the Peace of War universe and help us bring comics to life at Comic Con and beyond! We’re looking for passionate volunteers who love social impact, comics, and creativity.
As part of our team, you might:
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Cosplay as one of our original characters
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Interview fans and creators for our YouTube and TikTok
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Ask thought-provoking questions about comic themes and social issues
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Join us in filming, editing, and boosting content during Comic Con
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Help drive conversations about the issues we explore — from identity to mental health to social media culture
This is more than just volunteering. It's a chance to build your portfolio, grow your network, and help shape the future of purpose-driven comics in the UK. Whether you’re a student, aspiring creator, or just love what we do — we’d love to hear from you.
Be part of something powerful. Be part of Penificent.
Enjoy a good book?
Passionate about the role which literature plays in our lives?
Interested in using your skills to support Scottish literature in Edinburgh and internationally?
Excited by the prospect of working with the Board and Executive to shape our strategic direction?
Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust is looking for two or three individuals to join the Board of Trustees of the world’s first City of Literature as we look to our future after our 20th anniversary.
You will be joining an organisation at the heart of Edinburgh’s literary community and an international network of UNESCO Cities of Literature. Literary cities are granted the designation if they can boast a proud creative tradition and demonstrate a commitment to placing stories, literature and reading at the heart of civic life.
If you have experience, knowledge, or interest in the following, please get in touch:
· Financial management (including willingness to take on a leadership role as Chair of our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee)
· Accountancy skills
· Publishing
· Bookselling
· Tourism
Any additional experience in the following areas would also be welcomed:
- HR
- Marketing
- Technology
- Governance
We welcome applications from across all ages, communities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from under-represented groups.
The new appointments will be for an initial period of up to three years. The posts are not remunerated but some expenses are covered as per our Board Members’ Expenses Policy.
Time Commitment:
The Board of Trustees meets five times each year.
Meetings are generally 6 -8pm on Mondays in Edinburgh and in a hybrid format
The Finance, Audit and Risk Committee meets quarterly ahead of Board meetings.
There is an annual half-day board planning session.
Outwith Board meetings, there are individual meetings as required and the opportunity to attend events of interest in the sector.
The overall time commitment for the role is estimated at 8 -10 hours per month.
Application Information
Our Trustee Information Pack contains information about the role, requirements and the application process.
To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) outlining why this position is of interest and what you believe you can offer.
If you have any questions or you would like an informal chat, please do get in touch with our Director, Dr Harriet MacMillan.
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Volunteer Admissions Assistant
You'll be multitasking throughout the day, with a mix of responsibilities including customer service, ticket sales, promoting Gift Aid donations, shop duties, guiding visitors and providing information about the Museum and the collection. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and love engaging with people, this is the role for you.
The Volunteer Admissions Assistant role is all about making a lasting impression and creating a memorable visitor experience. You’ll be:
- Welcoming and engaging with visitors, sharing information about the museum and its collection.
- Selling tickets and gift shop items, ensuring smooth transactions and great customer service.
- Collecting data for Gift Aid and marketing purposes, including how visitors found out about us.
- Creating positive experiences to encourage return visits and word-of-mouth recommendations.
- Helping visitors explore the Museum through interpretation, answering questions and distributing trails, accessibility and family activities.
- Maintaining the gift shop, including restocking, counting stock, and setting up attractive displays.
- Conducting online research and building contact lists to support marketing efforts.
- Promoting the Museum locally, raising awareness and encouraging more visitors to discover what we have to offer!
Who we’re looking for:
We’d like to extend an invitation to anyone, particularly members of the local community. Full training will be provided, we are looking for anyone with:
- Great customer service skills – you will be friendly and confident about approaching visitors of all ages and backgrounds
- Great communication skills – you will be able to clearly explain information about the Museum and ticketing to visitors
- Good computer skills – with training, you will be able to use our ticketing system, email and Microsoft Office
- Good Sales Skills – you will be able to promote ticket sales and gift shop items as well as encouraging Gift Aid donations
- Multitasking skills – with various responsibilities such as selling tickets, guiding visitors, and managing the gift shop, you will be able to juggle tasks efficiently
- A good telephone manner
- Good team working skills
This role offers plenty of variety, and you'll play an important part in making every visitor's experience unforgettable.
Training and support:
All volunteers will first be invited for a training shift. We have an induction and training process, during which we give volunteers the information they need to enjoy their time with us. Training is mainly 'on the job', supported by an experienced volunteer as well as the manager on duty. Volunteers are given regular feedback and we remain open to suggestions on how we can improve the volunteer experience. The Admissions Assistant receives continued training and development throughout their time with us.
Availability:
We are looking for volunteers who would ideally like to donate 2-4 shifts per month, weekdays or weekends, either as a 10-1.30pm shift, or a 1.30-5pm shift, for a minimum of 3 months. Ideally, you will be able to start immediately, although this is not essential. Travel expenses up to £5 will be paid, with up to an additional £5 for lunch expenses if you are on a full day shift.
Please note: Applicants from some overseas countries are required to have a relevant work permit or student visa to volunteer in the U.K. We’ll need to see this for our records before volunteering can commence.
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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
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Role Summary
Mast Cell Action is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Volunteer Graphics Support Coordinator to assist with designing engaging and visually compelling graphics for our social media platforms and art work our resources in Canva. This role plays a key part in helping us raise awareness about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and fostering a sense of community. We are looking for someone who is experienced in the workplace and can work on their own initiative within design guidelines provided by Mast Cell Action.
Key Responsibilities
- Artworking of our resources to produce visually appealing leaflet, hand-outs and resource packs within Mast Cell Action design guidelines.
- Design, formatting and layout of leaflets, flyers and information packs, including digital and printed versions.
- Design graphics for social media posts, stories, and campaigns in line with the Mast Cell Action branding guidelines.
- Collaborate with the social media team to understand content needs and ensure timely delivery of assets.
- Support the development of visuals for ongoing campaigns, such as "MCAS is..." and "Please Don't Test Me."
- Create eye-catching visuals for announcements, events, and educational content.
- Maintain and organise a library of graphics for easy future access and use in Canva.
Skills and Experience
- Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, or similar), Must be willing to use Canva for artworking resources
- A keen eye for design, colour, and typography.
- Ability to interpret and work within brand guidelines.
- Strong ability in design layout and formatting skills, especially for printed materials. Proficient at arranging text and images into a page in a visually appealing, readable and accessible format.
- Ability to interpret briefs and translate them into creative designs.
- Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
- Passion for raising awareness and supporting communities affected by health challenges (knowledge of MCAS is a plus but not required).
What We Offer
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in a growing charity.
- An opportunity to enhance your design portfolio.
- Flexible volunteer hours that fit your schedule.
- Support and guidance from a dedicated team passionate about our cause.
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Be part of the fright! Volunteer at the Edinburgh Horror Festival’s 10th year (23–29 Oct 2025). As Front of House, you’ll help with tickets & audiences while enjoying free shows, treats, and perks at Scotland’s Most Haunted Pub — The Banshee Labyrinth!
No FOH experience? No problem, we will provide training.
What you’ll do:
• Assist with changeovers between shows (reset seating, clear spaces).
• Check tickets, greet audiences, and guide them to seats.
• Manage doors during performances to minimise disruption.
• Answer questions and point audiences to online or box office tickets.
• Support performers and the organising team.
What you'll be:
• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable talking to the public.
• Reliable and punctual, with good attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic about live performance and the festival atmosphere.
• Comfortable working in a busy, lively environment.
The perks:
Every volunteer receives a T-shirt, badges, stickers, Hallowe’en treats, free show entry, complimentary soft drinks while on duty, and a lifetime membership card for alcoholic drinks at the Banshee Labyrinth (when off duty).
Volunteering times:
Thurs 23rd October: 16:45 - 22:30
Fri 24th October: 16:45 - 22:30
Sat 25th October: 14:15 - 22:30
Sun 26th October: 14:30 - 22:30
Mon 27th October: 19:15 - 21:35
Tues 28th October: 19:15 - 21:35
Wed 29th October: 19:15 – 21:05
Induction:
Sunday 19th October, 16:00 – 18:00 at Banshee Labyrinth, 29-35 Niddry St, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG.
This essential session will cover fire procedures, emergency exits, and introduce you to the team, venue staff, and fellow volunteers. You’ll also receive training on the ticket-checking technology during this session.
Application deadline:
10th October 2025
Interviews:
We don't hold interviews. We only require you to fill in an application form. Once we've received this, we'll get in touch with you.
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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.
Crossness Engines Trust is committed to being an organisation that values diversity in its volunteers. Please complete the diversity monitoring form to help us become better.
A CV and covering letter (maximum 2 sides each) should be submitted for your application.
To conserve, for public benefit, the buildings, engines and surroundings of the Southern Outfall of Sir Joseph Bazalgette's Victorian sewer system.





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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 fundraising (eg grant funding, legacy funding, onsite donations, but not commercial trading/visitor charges).
- Advising on good practice and regulatory and policy issues in charity fundraising.
- Identifying future fundraising prospects and working with volunteers to achieve these.
Responsibilities
- Work with a volunteer lead/team on identifying future funding sources from grant-making bodies.
- Develop a fundraising strategy with volunteers.
- Develop corporate fundraising targets with other trustees.
- Investigate legacy fundraising and other visitor/member/donor opportunities.
Candidate requirements
Essential
- Proven success in heritage or similar charity fundraising.
- Good knowledge of the standards required by the Institute of Fundraising.
- Ability to develop fundraising skills in volunteers.
- Good knowledge of relevant stakeholders in the fundraising community.
- 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 in the charity sector.
- Experience as a volunteer in a similar organisation.
- Experience in Digital, Marketing and Finance would also be useful.
Crossness Engines Trust is committed to being an organisation that values diversity in its volunteers. Please complete the diversity monitoring form to help us become better.
Please submit a CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages for each).
To conserve, for public benefit, the buildings, engines and surroundings of the Southern Outfall of Sir Joseph Bazalgette's Victorian sewer system.





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Crossness Pumping Station (managed 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 the specific skills needed for this role include:
SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF ROLE:
Role Objectives
- Acting as lead expert on the Board in relation to health and safety, particularly in relation to working with volunteers and members of the public.
- Advising on good practice and regulatory and policy issues in health and safety.
- Ensuring current and future engineering projects are developed in line with health and safety requirements.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Restoration, Electrical and other relevant teams on developing safe practices.
- Lead on the review and updating of all health and safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure volunteers are sufficiently trained to understand and practice good health and safety standards.
Candidate specification
Essential
- Substantial current engineering experience (including engineering registration status – CEng/IEng) in health and safety.
- Relevant health and safety qualifications (eg IOSH etc)
- Ability to foster good practice in volunteers.
- 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
- Specific health and safety experience in the heritage/architectural restoration sectors.
- Experience in Digital, Marketing and Finance would also be useful.
- Experience in the charity sector.
- Experience as a volunteer in a similar organisation.
Crossness Engines Trust is committed to being an organisation that values diversity in its volunteers. Please complete the diversity monitoring form to help us become better.
Please submit a CV and covering letter (both maximum 2 sides) to outline your suitability for the role.
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Use you skills, experience and contacts to support the Vision, Mission and Values of Bovey Paradiso Arts and provide a vibrant arts centre for the benefit of the local community
Please tell us how you'll use your skills and experience to support the community arts centre in any of the areas we're interested in hearing about
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Trustees - Development or Commercial Expertise
Location: Hampshire (Winchester and Eastleigh) - Board meetings held onsite, Committee meetings held remotely
Role: Voluntary (travel expenses paid)
Reports to: Chair of Board of Trustees
Wonderseekers is currently recruiting two new trustees to join our Board - one with expertise in development and strategic growth, and another with a strong commercial background. These new positions have been created in response to the charity’s growth and the evolving needs of our governance structure, ensuring we have the right skills and perspectives to deliver our ambitious strategy and deepen our impact for children and the planet.
About Wonderseekers
Wonderseekers exists to create a more equitable world where all children can treasure science and are equipped and empowered to improve lives and protect and heal our planet. Our strategy, For People and Planet 2030, sets out a clear vision for the outcomes we aim to influence for children and nature.
We value diversity on our Board of Trustees and the unique contributions each trustee brings through their lived, loved, laboured and learned experiences. We aim to reflect the communities we serve across all levels of the organisation.
The Role of a Trustee
As a trustee, you will help shape our strategic direction, oversee the financial sustainability of our charity, influence future projects, and support good risk management. You will work closely with fellow trustees and the Executive Team to ensure Wonderseekers delivers on its mission, always aligned with Our Promise to Children and our regulatory obligations.
General Responsibilities (All Trustees)
- Engage effectively and constructively in Board and Committee discussions
- Develop strong working relationships with fellow trustees and the executive team
- Understand the voluntary sector and the legal responsibilities of a trustee
- Think creatively and innovatively
- Commit time to meetings, preparation, and informal engagement
- Analyse proposals and assess their impact on our mission
- Be passionate about using science to inspire children to live healthier, more sustainable lives
Role 1: Trustee – Development and Strategic Growth
We are seeking a trustee with experience in strategic development, income generation, and fundraising - ideally within the charity sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic oversight of Wonderseekers' forward plans, major initiatives, and campaigns
- Guide the Board on building external relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders
- Support the Development Team in evolving fundraising strategies (individual giving, grants, trusts, corporate partnerships)
- Shape strategies for income generation, sponsorship, and donor stewardship
- Contribute to public relations, communications, and marketing
- Champion Wonderseekers’ mission and connect new supporters with our vision
- Serve and Chair the Fundraising Committee
Role 2: Trustee - Commercial Strategy
We are also seeking a trustee with a strong commercial background, particularly in the visitor experience sector, with financial acumen and senior experience in either a commercial or charitable setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain strategic oversight of Wonderseekers' commercial performance, especially at our visitor centre in Winchester
- Advise the Board on commercial matters and support the COO in long-term growth planning
- Lead or support on commercial risk management
- Serve as a director and Chair of our trading subsidiary, Sparking Curiosity Limited
Trustee Requirements (All Roles)
- Commitment to the charity’s purpose, values, and objectives
- Constructive and respectful collaboration
- Responsible and reasonable conduct
- Confidentiality on sensitive matters
- Preparedness and presence at meetings
- Analytical thinking and constructive challenge
- Support for collective decisions
Trustee Arrangements
- Board size: Up to 12 trustees
- Term: Up to three terms of three years each
- Meetings: Quarterly Board meetings (in person), up to four committee meetings per year (online)
- Strategy Day: Annual planning day in September
- Time commitment: Board/committee meetings, preparation, informal engagement, and key events
- Support: Induction, ongoing training, and reasonable expenses covered
Board Diversity
We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the children and communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those who bring lived experience and perspectives currently underrepresented on our Board.
Vice-Chair Opportunity (Optional)
We are also looking to appoint a Vice-Chair (or two Co-Vice Chairs). If you are interested in this additional role, please indicate this in your application. A full Vice-Chair role profile is available upon request.
How to Apply
For a full role profile for each role, please visit www.wonderseekers.charity/vacancies
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to Meika Young, Executive Assistant, (see website for email address). We are operating a rolling deadline - please apply as soon as possible.
To create a more equitable world where all children treasure science and are equipped and empowered to improve lives and protect and heal our planet.

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Our Programming volunteers provide a warm welcome to everybody as part of the programming on property, making sure our visitors get the most from their experience with us.
This role will suit you if you are:
- Someone who loves meeting people and being part of a team
- Looking for new experiences
- Wanting to utilise your communication skills or develop them further
- Someone who enjoys a busy environment
- Flexible with what you can support with, there will be a rota you can pick and choose the events and activites you wish to get involved in
- Cheerful – even when last minute changes including the weather affect proceedings
By getting involved you could:
- Help support activities across the property
- Support ticketing, guiding, ushering and hosting events with external partners
- Enjoy some of our events 1st hand from a seat in the wings
- Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
- Enjoy new experiences and learn something new every day
- Build your confidence and experience
- See first-hand the rewarding results of helping visitors have a great time
- Share your enthusiasm and passion for what we do
You’d also be joining Europe’s largest conservation charity and the wider National Trust team proudly looking after 780 miles of coastline, over 250,000 hectares of land, over 500 historic houses, castles, ancient monuments, gardens, parks and nature reserves (including lighthouses, villages, pubs and a gold mine!). We are a unique charity welcoming millions of people each year and with a vision to open up places for the benefit of everyone, for ever.All National Trust volunteers will be asked to
- Respect and uphold the National Trust values whilst volunteering with us.
- Complete training required of all NT volunteers and any role specific training
- Adhere to relevant policies and processes including safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity.
We want all our volunteers to feel welcome and to have an equally positive experience when volunteering with us. So, volunteers will:
- Be provided with the necessary induction, training, equipment and reasonable adjustments to do this role well and safely
- Be offered expenses to cover agreed travel costs between home and place of volunteering.
- Have remote access to support, news and rotas via our volunteer website
Tasks and responsibilities
- Providing a warm, welcoming and friendly approach to all of our visitors to our events and activities
- Supporting our visitors by providing them with information and guidance so they get the most from their time with us during the event
- Supporting visitors at several points throughout their experience
- Being ‘in the know’ at events and during activities to best help our supporters enjoy it in the way best suited to them
- Support accessibity needs during events to help ensure all visitors are feel included and welcome
- Responding to situations to ensure we always provide a great experience for people – and often spotting issues before they happen!
- There will be plenty of opportunities to do the little things that make a big difference to someone’s experience at Ickworth
- Helping things run as smoothly and safely as possible – this includes getting to know health and safety and evacuation procedures.
- Being part of a team that may need to adapt and change in response to local needs, National Trust priorities or changes to government guidelines
Skills acquired: Adaptability, Advice & Guidance, Communication Skills, Community Development, Crafts, Customer Service, Event Support, Fundraising, General Education, General Play and Recreation, Guiding, Interpersonal Skills, Music Arts, Public Relations, Teamwork, Theatre Arts, Visual Arts, Youth Activities Management
We’re Europe’s biggest conservation charity and we look after nature, beauty and history for everyone to enjoy.




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We’re recruiting new voluntary trustees to join us in our 50th anniversary year and help safeguard SAVE’s mission to protect historic buildings. Our trustees guide and support our work, ensuring we can continue to champion repair and reuse.
SAVE is a national charity which campaigns for the retention and reuse of historic buildings. Founded in 1975, some of our most notable campaigns include those for Smithfield Market, Wentworth Woodhouse, and the flagship Marks and Spencer store on Oxford Street. Our campaigns frequently bring together local groups, the media, architects and engineers to give buildings a second chance. We also run a Buildings at Risk register and host regular events promoting the protection and enjoyment of the historic environment. It is an exciting and busy time to join us, in the middle of a range of special events and activities to mark our 50th year; we are hosting events up and down the country, and our Buildings at Risk register was recently made free to access for everyone.
We’re looking for people who can:
- Offer their professional experience, knowledge and skills to further our mission
- Advocate for and promote SAVE’s work within their networks
- Commit to a three-year appointment term, with the possibility of extension
We’d particularly welcome applications from people with skills in:
- Campaigning and press
- Marketing
- Legal expertise
- Strategic planning and creative thinking
Previous trustee experience is not required. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from people whose identities and experiences are underrepresented in the heritage sector.
Please see the application pack for full details and how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Friday 3rd October. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 27th October.
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Support our busy retail operations at events and through our online store — a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in retail and customer service.
Key Tasks:
• Assist with setup and sales at merchandising stalls during public events.
• Help process online orders and manage inventory.
• Engage with customers and provide product knowledge.
Skills Required:
• Friendly, approachable, and helpful attitude.
• Basic numeracy skills,
• Retail or customer service experience is helpful but not essential.
• Ability to use tills or card readers is helpful but not essential.
Ideal For:
· Anyone interested in gaining experience in retail, events or customer service.
· Students, job seekers, or career changers looking to build confidence and skills in a supportive, exciting environment.