Volunteering Opportunities
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund has allowed us to create a volunteer programme to develop and deliver heritage activities that celebrate and reveal the history of the building, its people, and the town.
We hope that local people will get involved with this project. There are a number of very different volunteer roles including research, restoration, digital media, a schools project, and assisting in the interpretation of the building’s heritage. Volunteers will also be involved in the design, delivery and management of tours around the building and lead town hall tours both pre and post-opening of the refreshed building.
For further information on volunteering opportunities please contact:
Heritage Volunteer Coordinator: Jackie Murrall
Telephone: 07818 506779
Email: jackie.murrall@kidderminstertowncouncil.gov.uk
FAQs
Who can volunteer for Kidderminster Town Hall?
Anyone can volunteer and we’d really appreciate your help.
I don’t have any experience in the heritage sector, can I still volunteer?
Absolutely! We have a variety of roles and most don’t need previous knowledge or experience. We provide relevant training for all our volunteer roles, and we look for people who will enjoy the role and have time to embrace volunteering at Kidderminster Town Hall. Volunteers are valued for bringing additional skills and new perspectives to the organisation. Roles include:
Research volunteer
Digital Media volunteer
Oral History and Transcription volunteer
Tour Guide volunteer
Social Media and Marketing volunteer
What skills do I need to volunteer?
The skills required will depend on the nature of the role. For some roles, there is no specific set of skills required and we only look for enthusiasm, commitment and workplace values. The role requirements are clearly stated in the role description.
What are the benefits of volunteering?
Volunteering for Kidderminster Town Hall will help you feel connected to the community. You will use your existing skills and knowledge in a productive way and develop new skills such as research, communication skills, design of resources which could strengthen your CV. You will meet new people and improve your self-confidence which can contribute to your sense of wellbeing. Volunteers may explore new areas of interest and learn about the town’s heritage and its development. Involvement in your community will undoubtably lead to a greater sense of connection as well as really making a difference to Kidderminster and its residents as well as visitors to the town.
Can I be flexible about what day and how regularly I volunteer for the Town Hall?
Volunteering for Kidderminster Town Hall can be very flexible and volunteers may be involved in a range of roles on a one-off, short-term or on a long-term, regular basis. The amount of time needed is different for each opportunity and is outlined in the role description. You can discuss your availability and level of commitment with the Heritage Volunteer Coordinator.
What support do volunteers get?
All volunteers will receive relevant training required for their role, including a volunteer induction with the Heritage Volunteer Coordinator. Volunteers have a named person who is their regular point of contact while volunteering. so that they feel supported and confident in what they’re being asked to do.