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• Visitor Engagement Volunteer with The Abbey Church of Dunfermline (Church of Scotland) Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101538 - Created/last updated: 10/10/2024

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  About this opportunity:	Dunfermline Abbey sits at the heart of Dunfermline, Scotland's ancient capital. Dunfermline's royal and monastic past dominates a town whose lifeblood is history. Dunfermline Abbey is the final resting place of King Robert the Bruce and the post-Iona burial site of many of the Kings and Queens of Scotland. Working in conjunction with Historic Environment Scotland, the Abbey Church of Dunfermline is open all year round 10am - 4pm - except for intimated public holidays. They are looking for Visitor Engagement Volunteers to support people who visit the Abbey for free. Tasks will include: * Welcoming visitors and pilgrims to the building * Responding to questions from visitors * Offering a 15 minute tour of the building * Supporting groups of children visiting the Abbey * Suggesting that visitors make donations to help maintain the building Volunteers will be provided with the information needed to give tours and will be given full training to do so.
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Volunteers will be given an induction of the building and policies, and will have an opportunity to shadow an experienced volunteer. Support will be given by the church minister and Historic Environment Scotland staff.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Travel expenses will be discussed on an individual basis. A tie will be provided for volunteers to wear.
  Experience required:	Volunteers should have an interest in history and should be willing to learn about the history of Dunfermline Abbey. As volunteers will be providing tours, they should be comfortable learning to speak with members of the public.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Dunfermline Abbey, 6 Abbey Park Place, Dunfermline, KY12 7PD. Walking distance from Dunfermline bus station with nearby parking.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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