Meet and Greet Volunteer

Be a visible presence outside the Black Gate and Castle Keep, welcoming visitors
Guide visitors around the site
Engage with passers-by to encourage people to visit Newcastle Castle
Answer questions from visitors and members of the public
Potentially dress in historical costume and engage with visitors and passers by and provide photo opportunities (optional)

Accessibility
Although the Castle Keep is not accessible to people with mobility difficulties, this opportunity primarily takes place outdoors and in the Black Gate, so volunteers with mobility difficulties would be able to volunteer in this role with some adjustments
Age restrictions
18+ only
DBS check required
Equal Opportunities Policy
Expenses reimbursed
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Training provided
Volunteers will be trained by staff in each engagement activity and will be given the opportunity to shadow more experienced volunteers to build their skills before delivering independently.
Volunteer induction
Yes. We will provide a full induction on the first day of volunteering
Volunteer Policy
Volunteers covered by insurance
Written role description

The Black Gate,
Castle Garth
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 1RQ

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