Early Years Volunteer

Early Years Volunteer

Posted for Bradford Museums and Galleries

Posted by Bradford Volunteer Centre

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Would you like to support our programmes for the early years? We are looking for volunteers to support the museum’s sessions for children up to 5 years old. If you enjoy working with children, and if you are friendly and reliable we would love to hear from you.

Volunteer with us and support our youngest visitors to have an enjoyable and memorable experience in museums. This role will suit volunteers with an interest in early years education, and an enthusiasm to connect children with museums, art, and heritage. Gain hands-on experience working with children in a museum environment alongside our friendly Early Years team.

Responsibilities

You will have the opportunity to volunteer across all four museum sites, including Bolling Hall, Industrial Museum, Cartwright Hall and Cliffe Castle.

Daily responsibilities:

  • Welcome and assist early years groups during their visit, guiding them to age-appropriate activities. Visits may include interactive and creative sessions, exploration of exhibition galleries, and designated play and rest areas.
  • Collaborate with Early Years facilitators in setting up and dismantling sessions, providing support during activity delivery.
  • Encourage feedback and evaluation from educators and parents to aid program evaluation.


What skills do I need?

Requirements

This role will suit someone who:

  • Possesses communication skills and a warm, engaging approach to interact with children in early years.
  • Has a keen interest in developing new skills and knowledge, contributing to the educational growth of children.
  • Is comfortable working independently and collaboratively, maintaining awareness of security, health and safety, and safeguarding practices.

Posted for Bradford Museums and Galleries

Posted by Bradford Volunteer Centre

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Bradford Volunteer Centre website to express your interest.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Inclusive Volunteering Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When is this role available?

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Time commitment:

Early years visits occur between 10:00 – 16:00 on Tuesday to Saturday.
• Volunteers are asked to commit to a regular weekly session, at least 1 day per month.
• Specify your preferred days of the week, and your preferred museum sites – Bradford Industrial Museum, Cartwright Hall, Bolling Hall, Cliffe Castle.
Early Years Learning Volunteers are required to undergo an induction and be willing to complete a basic DBS check.

Location:

Bolling Hall Museum
Bowling Hall Road
West Bowling
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD4 7LP

Cartwright Hall Art Gallery
Lister Park
Manningham
BrADFORD
BD9 4NS

bRadford Industrial Museum
Moorside Road
Eccleshill
Bradford
BD2 3HP

Cliffe Castle Museum
Cliffe Castle Park
Spring Gardens Lane
Keighley
BD20 6LH

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Bradford Volunteer Centre website to express your interest.

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