Storyteller at Uppark House and Gardens (Tuesday's Only)

Storyteller at Uppark House and Gardens (Tuesday's Only)

Posted for National Trust - Uppark House

Posted by Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester

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Are you as passionate about places as we are? If so you’ll know how it feels to want to share that! Our volunteer Storytellers help people understand and enjoy the history and beauty of Uppark House.

What's involved?

• Leading groups around the property and thinking about the needs of your audience;
• Following our tour script
• Learning and sharing your knowledge with both visitors and volunteers
• Keeping an eye on the time, so more people get to enjoy a tour
• You are important in making sure things run as smoothly and safely as possible – this includes getting to know health and safety and evacuation procedures.
• Helping visitors understand why we need to take care of special places.

What skills do I need?

This role will suit you if you are:

• Warm and approachable and someone who loves being around people
• Have excellent communication skills and are good at remembering facts and lines
• Physically able to be on your feet, climbing stairs and manoeuvring people around the building.
• Are passionate about conservation and the cause of the National Trust.
• Enjoy telling stories that engage with all our visitors.
• Are organised and good at managing your time.

By getting involved you could:

• Be part of a team who have knowledge and insight about sharing stories of Uppark and its history.
• Put your communication skills to practice, sharing your knowledge of conservation practice with our visitors.
• Gain an understanding of the National Trust compliance requirements.
• Meet people from all walks of life and make new friends.
• Enrich the enjoyment of people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Be part of a varied and enthusiastic team and make new friends.