Events Volunteer
The 1620s House & Garden is has a varied programme of events from talks to bear hunts! The team are looking for a dedicated team of volunteers to help facilitate their growing events programme. Volunteers will:
- Help market and promote events
- Act as a Meet and Greeter for Events
- Supervise key locations at events
- Support the delivery of family and child friendly craft activities, games and other activities such as storytelling, music and dance (training provided)
- Facilitate feedback questionnaires
- Gain first-hand experience of volunteering in a heritage site and working in a period property
- Gain knowledge and a set of engagement, facilitation and communication skills
- Develop a knowledge of different events
- Be part of the wider heritage team across Leicestershire County Council
- Training will be provided in content, the historical background of the house and public engagement techniques
Is this you?
- Good communication skills
- Have a pleasant and helpful manner and a willingness to learn
- Enthusiasm for history & heritage
- Enjoy engaging with people of all ages
- Friendly and able to work as part of a team
If you are interested please contact Hester Pode on 01163052247 or email hester.pode@leics.gov.uk.
