The most important aspect of the role is conveying an enthusiasm for the site, which will include:
- Researching, writing and delivering tours
- Getting visitors involved through brief guided tours
- Sign-posting certain areas of interest to our visitors
- Engaging with visitors, providing information about the history of the site, answering questions and sharing knowledge of the surrounding area
Skills
- Enthusiasm for history
- A confident and effective communicator
- Friendly and approachable to all visitors
- Volunteers in this role will have to stand for long periods, walk around the site and may spend time outside
Details
- Accessibility
Historic steps; ruined walls; long grass; uneven surfaces eg rabbit holes and cobblestones can be hazardous. - Age restrictions
16+ only - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Travel expenses available - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
Volunteer manager on hand for support - Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
The role will start as one weekend day a month, with the plan to add more dates as the volunteer programme develops.
Location
Prudhoe Castle
Castle View
Prudhoe
NE42 6NA
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