Education Volunteers
We are seeking volunteers with an interest in inspiring children and young people to learn about heritage, to help the Cornwall Heritage Trust staff with education activities such as our Discovery Clubs.
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Time Commitment |
Our Education workshops and events are often on weekdays in the school holidays, and on weekends during term time. Expected commitment would be varied depending on the individual’s availability, however we would like to engage people who could help us at least 4 times a year. |
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Location |
Various venues across the whole of Cornwall |
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Additional Information |
Cornwall Heritage Trust will cover agreed out of pocket expenses (e.g. travel costs) in accordance with our Volunteer expenses policy, and we can support with shared travel where needed. |
Volunteers will undertake tasks, including setting up equipment and materials, cleaning up and packing away, helping to explain the activities and supporting young learners to complete them, and assisting the Workshop Leader with other duties as required.
What is involved?
- The role will be varied depending on the groups we are working with and the activities being led.
- A member of the team will always be present to lead the activity. Briefing and training will be provided.
- No specialist knowledge is needed, although relevant experience working with children is welcomed.
- All Education Volunteers are required to obtain a DBS check (provided by us).
- We expect our Education volunteers to complete Safeguarding Training and to read and abide by our Policies and Procedures on Child Protection and Safeguarding (provided by us).
This role will suit you if you are. . .
- Passionate about Cornish heritage and excited to share that with children and young people
- Social and good at engaging with a variety of people from different backgrounds
- Able to follow a brief and also use initiative
- Reliable and responsible
- Calm under pressure in sometimes busy and noisy environments
By getting involved you can. . .
- Learn more about the heritage of Cornwall
- Inspire future generations to appreciate and care for Cornish heritage and history
- Support Cornwall Heritage Trust’s mission and values
- Utilise your skills and learn new ones
- Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
How to apply
If you would like to get involved in our educational work, then please complete our Education Volunteer Application Form and return it to us at volunteering@cornwallheritagetrust.org.
We will conduct an informal interview with applicants to ensure they are suited to the role.
References are required (in the application form).
