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Volunteering Opportunity: VO97847

  • Learning and Engagement volunteer
    with Scottish Fisheries Museum Trust.

    Created/last updated: 21/12/2023


    About this opportunity:Improve the visitor experience at Scottish Fisheries Museum Trust by engaging our visitors in creative practices and helping to facilitate workshops and outreach activities based on the Museum's exhibition programme
     •  Volunteers must have: * An interest in history * An interest in working with members of the public * The ability to talk to everyone from all walks of life * Experience in or a willingness to learn crafts
     •  Volunteers may be subject to a PVG check depending on the type of engagement they wish to deliver
     •  The Scottish Fisheries Museum Team will support any applications
     •  where necessary
     •  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including those facing barriers to employment, people living with disabilities and with additional support needs, people from BAME backgrounds, refugees, and those who identify as LGBTQI+
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    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Volunteers will be given an induction and training for all aspects of the role by the Scottish Fisheries Museum Team. They will be supported in their role by the Learning and Engagement Officer as a key point of contact.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    No

    Experience required:Experience in working with the public, including children. Experience in crafts (preferred). Good communication skills.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:No details were provided - contact us to find out more.

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsTravel to the museum in Anstruther or other venues for events required.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.