Gallery Steward Volunteer

Gallery Steward Volunteer

What You'll Do: 

Volunteers provide support in a front of house role by:

• Welcoming visitors

• Providing information about the building, the exhibitions, and events

• Helping us run the exhibition shop • Looking after the gallery spaces

• Ensuring the safety of visitors and exhibition objects

Why You'll Love It: 
  •  Training, work experience (visitor services, retail, and gallery experience) and references for other roles
  • An opportunity to meet new people from different backgrounds
  • Experience a fun and fast paced environment 
  • Discount on purchases in our exhibition shop
  • An annual Volunteers’ party at Two Temple Place
  • Exclusive visits to other museums/galleries and cultural venues in London
  • The opportunity to make new friends and share your enthusiasm
  • The opportunity to become part of a supportive team and community
  • Access to curator tours and events
What You'll Learn: 
  • What goes into curating and opening exhibitions to the public 
  • Behind the scenes in an art gallery and historic building 
  • You will recieve training in front of house 
  • You will gain experience in working in an art gallery 
  • You will gain experience of working with the public 
  • You will learn about the history of the building and exhibition 
What We're Looking For: 

We look to recruit volunteers who are:

• Friendly & polite

• Helpful & proactive

• Punctual & reliable

• Keen to learn & enthusiastic

 

We welcome people of all abilities and offer a supportive environment for those with additional needs. We provide all training for the role; no prior volunteering or gallery experience is needed just enthusiasm and commitment!

Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Arts
Culture
Disability
Families
Young People
City of London
4 Weeks Minimum
4 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Teamwork
Inclusive
Emotional intelligence
Relevant interests: 
Arts and Sculpture
Creative and Fine Arts
Museums, Libraries and Institutions
Requirements: 
Over 18 years old
Training