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GALLERY STEWARD VOLUNTEERS

For Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

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An Accredited museum and award winning visitor attraction, Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a charity and the largest surviving Great War aerodrome in Europe.

The museum is a centre for volunteering and with the assistance of over 100 volunteers, we deliver a wide range of educational and fundraising events each year that are designed to appeal to families, aviation enthusiasts, historians, school parties and other youth groups. 

We also open to the public most weekends throughout the year.

As a Gallery Steward you will be based in our exhibition spaces and aeroplane hangars. You will be available to answer questions about the interactive displays and exhibitions that tell the stories of the aerodrome and its people over 100 years ago.

Full training will be given to enable you to do this.

  • This role also provides training for those who would like to become Tour Guides on site.

What skills do I need?

Could this role be perfect for you?                         

  • Reliable
  • A good communicator
  • A friendly and outgoing
  • Enthusiastic team player
  • Willing to learn about the history of the Aerodrome and pass this knowledge on to a wide range of visitor groups.

Interests

  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Civic Responsibility and Communities
  • Employment, Education and Training
  • Environment
  • No specific interest
  • Wildlife and Animals

Activities

  • Advice and Information
  • Fundraising and Finance
  • General Helping
  • Local Events
  • Supporting Charities
  • Teaching and Training

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 16/03/2025

End Date: 31/12/2027

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

Availability Details

The site is open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays when our Gallery Stewards are on-hand to assist visitors. Volunteers are asked to attend regularly. Half day and full day working is available. Please note that you will need to have personal transport for travel to site as we are not on public transport routes.

Location

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Hackmans Lane
Purleigh
Nr Maldon, Essex
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CM3 6RN

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