Explainer Volunteer
English Heritage- Kenwood House
Helping to greet visitors, invigilate galleries and tell the stories of Kenwood to visitors to the property.
Volunteers play a key role in keeping Kenwood free and open to the public all-year round, and support us with the delivery of our visitor offer, and special projects. You will be based in the magnificent rooms at Kenwood House and will help bring the site to life by telling stories about Kenwood and our beautiful artwork, architecture and historic objects. You will provide a warm and friendly welcome and help us to protect the collection by invigilating rooms and the collection. If you wish to develop your skills, you may train to become one of our expert guides and lead highlights tours or your own spotlight talks, and there will be opportunities to increase your knowledge of the House, Estate and collection through training, special events, personal and peer-learning.
Events & Stewarding,Employee & Group Volunteering,Advice, Information & Support,General & Helping
Negotiating
Have a friendly, enthusiastic manner and enjoy dealing with people from all walks of life Have confidence in their ability to communicate well with all age groups Are keen to learn more about our sites Are happy to be on their own with members of the public.
A welcoming and enjoyable experience To be treated fairly and with respect Recognition and appreciation for your contribution A full induction and training programme with on-going support Reimbursement of reasonable local travel costs between home and volunteering location within agreed limits A certificate to demonstrate work carried out for English Heritage is available on request to show future employers or further education providers You will be covered by English Heritage’s own indemnity arrangements in respect of all liabilities that may result from your appointment as a volunteer.
We ask for a minimum time commitment of two shifts a month. This normally equates to about 4-8 hours a month depending on the shift.
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Kenwood House Hampstead Lane London
The role is based at Kenwood in London. Our address is: Kenwood, Hampstead Lane, London, NW3 7JR You can reach us by: Bus: Runs between Brent Cross and Finsbury Park, via Golders Green and Archway, and stops right outside the entrance to Kenwood. Train: Highgate Underground station (Northern Line) is 1.1 miles away, with a walk along the road to Kenwood; Hampstead Heath Overground and Gospel Oak stations are approximately 1.4 miles away, with a walk through the park to Kenwood. Car: We have a staff/volunteer car park which you may use. Cycling or walking!
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