Volunteer Museum Assistant

We are seeking to recruit a team of volunteer gallery assistants to support visitors with access to our forthcoming exhibition - Peter Rabbit: Mischief and Mayhem.

Please see the below links to the web information on the exhibition and related summer party.

https://www.bradfordmuseums.org/whats-on/peter-rabbit-mischief-mayhem

https://www.bradfordmuseums.org/whats-on/peter-rabbits-spring-party-an-invitation-2019-05-19

This exhibition will run from 18 May 2019 - 8 September 2019

Responsibilites

• maintain the interactives throughout the day eg. tidy gallery interactives, toy, books etc.
• be available to assist and direct visitors in the gallery and answer questions as appropriate
• ensure proper behaviour in the gallery to maintain a warm, fun, welcoming atmosphere for all our visitors and their children.

Training

You will receive an induction necessary to the role including full health and safety. All short-listed applicants will be required to attend a short, informal interview.

Please get in touch if you are:

• are interested in supporting families and children
• feel comfortable coming into contact with and communicating with members of the public and specifically parents and carers
• have good interpersonal skills
• can follow instructions and safety procedures
• are keen to learn
• work well with others in a team
• are reliable, trustworthy and punctual
• are willing to abide by the Council's code of conduct for volunteers and staff
• are resident in the UK or in possession of a suitable visa for study or work

 How to apply:

A Volunteer Code and Policy can be obtained by ringing the gallery on 01274 431212 and will be available at the inerview as well.

Please send your registered interest to:

Sonja Kielty

Curator Exhibitions

Cartwright Hall Art Gallery

Lister Park

Bradford

BD9 4NS

Or email: [email protected]

To discuss further please call Sonja Kielty, Curator Exhibtions, T: 01274 436027

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Cartwright Hall Café volunteer

We are seeking a pool of volunteers to work in the new café at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery. This cafe project is due to open late summer.

Responsibilities

 

• To work under the supervision of museum café staff
• To set up the up the café at the start of the.
• To create a warm, friendly welcome to the café
• To serve food and drink
• To take cash payment and give change
• To keep the café clean and tidy throughout the days service e.g. clear and wipe tables
• To help with the cleaning up throughout the service and at the end of the session
• To work according to agreed food hygiene and healthy and safety guidelines

Training and support

You will be given a full induction to the site and training by a member of staff in all aspects of the role. Aprons, gloves and all necessary equipment will be provided. The Catering Manager  will be working with you and will be in a position of responsibility for your work.

Person specification

This role is suitable for people who

• Are interested in supporting Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
• Enjoy communicating with members of the public
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Can follow instructions and safety procedures
• Are keen to learn and are willing to receive specialist training  
• Work well with others in a team
• Are reliable, trustworthy and punctual
• Are willing to abide by our code of conduct for volunteers

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please send your completed application form to Natalie Coe – Business Co-ordinator at [email protected]

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