Gardening and Maintenance Volunteer

For Aldershot Military Museum (Hampshire Cultural Trust)

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As a behind the scenes volunteer, you will have the opportunity to support all aspects of our museum to ensure that it looks fantastic. You could find yourself using your practical skills to prepare the museum for events and programming, looking after the garden, buildings or any other hands-on work needed onsite. Full training for all aspects of the role will be provided.

Our volunteer roles are designed to be tailored around you, your interests and your skills. Some of the things you could be up to include:

  • Working with the venue team to maintain and ensure the museum is at its best, including basic maintenance, painting, cleaning and venue preparation.
  • Working with the venue and programmes team to set-up for and take-down from special events and programming including events and instillations.
  • Work with the venue team to coordinate, manage and enhance onsite gardens, grounds and the venue’s building.

This is an ad hoc role, depending on the needs of the museum.

What skills do I need?

  • Willing to get stuck in and get your hands dirty – Essential.
  • An ability to comply with clear instructions and health and safety requirements – Essential.
  • You must be comfortable with manual and often physical activities.
  • Willing to develop a basic knowledge of the museum and its collections. Any existing knowledge or experience is hugely beneficial.

Interests

  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Environment and Conservation

Activities

  • Gardening
  • Manual Work and D.I.Y
  • Supporting Charities

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • Current Driving Licence
  • DBS check needed
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly and Occasional available. The museum is open from Thursday to Sunday 10am-4pm

Location

Evelyn Woods Road
Aldershot
Hampshire
GU112LG

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