New arts and cultural volunteer scheme, Chesterfield

New arts and cultural volunteer scheme, Chesterfield



Chesterfield Borough Council is launching a volunteer scheme in Tourism and Cultural Services. There will shortly be opportunities for a variety of volunteering activities within the Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield Museum, Chesterfield Tourist Information Centre and to assist with Arts Events within the Borough. The range of activity and experience will become broader as the scheme gets going over the coming summer and autumn. Volunteering can be interesting and fulfilling and can broaden networks as well as providing valuable experience and developing transferable skills.



Some examples of the volunteering opportunities are given below. Preference will be given to residents of the Borough of Chesterfield.



· 'Arts Roadies' - hands-on, on your feet tasks for active people, helping to set up and take down for events in Queen's Park and the town centre like the Garden of Light, Chesterfest (young bands festival), band concerts, Party in the Park, Christmas Light Switch On, etc. Be part of the team that makes fun, exciting and friendly events run smoothly and successfully in Chesterfield.



· Chesterfield Ambassadors - we're looking for a friendly outgoing person, who's enthusiastic about Chesterfield and its surroundings, to meet and greet visitors at Chesterfield's busy Tourist Information Centre and deal with quick information requests.



· Museum Ambassadors - for outgoing people of all ages who want to spread the word about Chesterfield Museum and the Revolution House in their local communities.



The roles are limited and we will not be able to accommodate every applicant, but should you be unsuccessful on this occasion we will keep your details on file for future vacancies. If you are interested please contact either Mark or Matt for more information and an application form.



Mark Bennett / Matthew Payne

01246 345240 / 01246 345241

mark.bennett@chesterfield.gov.uk / matthew.payne@chesterfield.gov.uk



Details also available at the Volunteer Centre, tel: 01246 276777