voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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with Kirkcaldy Old Kirk TrustVolunteer Opportunity No. VO101300 - Created/last updated: 02/09/2024
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Kirkcaldy Old Kirk Trust are responsible for preserving and maintaining Kirkcaldy Old Kirk as a community venue, heritage centre and community music hub. Are you interested in history? Do you enjoy sewing? This may be the opportunity for you.
Volunteers are required to make costumes for living history events where fellow volunteers participate in events as characters from the past, celebrating and sharing the heritage of the local area with visitors. The role will involve researching and designing historical outfits and the opportunity to use your creative flair.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 16 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: There is an induction for all volunteers and ongoing training will be provided as required. The induction will cover a brief history of the KOKT and the roles and responsibilities of volunteers, the policies and procedures as they appertain to the volunteers and an introduction to the named person for their role. The procedure for claiming expenses will be explained a tour of the Kirk/Gardens will be provided. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Travel expenses will be paid monthly however individual agreements for payment can be agreed. Public transport rates of 40p per mile apply.Experience required: Experience required: Sewing skills and an interest in history. Flexibility is also required due to nature and timing of events. Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Informal Chat; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details The Old Kirk is situated in Central Kirkcaldy on Kirk Wynd within easy reach of bus and train stations. Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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Other Opportunities
Here are some shortcuts to other, similar opportunities:Kirkcaldy Old Kirk Trust has the following, additional volunteering opportunities:
- Gardening Volunteer
- Heritage Visitor Guide
- Kirk Building Volunteer
- Front of House
- Social Media
- Historical Reenacter
- Education Liaison Volunteer
Type of volunteering: Arts ( music/drama/crafts)
Opportunities which benefit Museums / galleries / heritage
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