Arts, Culture And Heritage Volunteer Roles

The London Canal Museum is dedicated to educating and inspiring our visitors with the history of London’s canals – how they’ve shaped London’s development, the ordinary people that lived and worked on them, as well as the entrepreneurs who profited from them. We want to pass on the heritage of the canals so that future generations can learn about London’s industrial and social past.

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to serve as boat guides on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays between April and October, with the potential for additional trips outside of this timeframe.

As a volunteer boat guide, you will be responsible for welcoming passengers onto the boat, guiding and serving a hot drink to passengers using an urn. The museum will provide training in guiding and content for volunteers, as well as some additional emergency boat steering training.

The schedule for boat trips is as follows:

• Wednesdays: Alternating weekly between an 11:15 return trip to Camden, 15:00 cream tea and a 11:15 Historic trip using a historic boat going to Kingsland Basin.
• Thursdays: 11:00, 12:00, 14:00 Islington Tunnel Boat Trips, and 15:00 Cream Tea Tunnel Trip
• Fridays: 11:15 Extended Return Boat Trip, alternating between the museum and Little Venice or the museum and Victoria Park. These trips take between 4-5 hours
• Sundays: 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00, and 16:00 Islington Tunnel Boat Trips, with the last trip being one-way, dropping off at Angel.

Shifts vary between 1-5 hours with days being split between a morning and afternoon guide.

Personal Spec:

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Previous guiding experience or a willingness to learn and be trained
• Passion for heritage and history

Volunteering at the London Canal Museum is a great way to learn and develop new skills, meet new people, and be part of a community of volunteers. We will provide training and support to ensure you have a great experience. If you are passionate about boats, London’s history or its canals, this is a great opportunity to get involved with the London Canal Museum.

Synergy Theatre Project is looking to appoint a new trustee to join our Board and chair our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

Synergy is an award-winning arts and criminal justice organisation. Over the 25 years since the company was founded, we have developed a ground-breaking, interrelated programme of artistic work that builds a bridge from prison to social reintegration, prevents young people from entering the criminal justice system, and inspires change by capturing the imagination and affecting the feelings, behaviours and attitudes of participants and the public. We also seek to influence systemic change in the arts and criminal justice sectors.

Applicants for the role should have a chartered accountancy qualification or the equivalent, experience of working within the Creative Arts or Charity sectors and be prepared to chair our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee. They should also have an interest in the arts and social justice and a belief in the transformative power of theatre.

The role of Finance, Audit and Risk Committee Chair is crucial to ensuring we meet our legal responsibilities and, as a trustee, you will help to shape the growth and direction of the organisation.  Our Board meets quarterly, ideally in person at our office at Brixton House, and attends our events and productions during the year.

Essential criteria for the role

• Understanding of finance, audit and risk management, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit organisation
• Membership of the CCAB (Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies) and/or a qualified accountant
• Experience of chairing meetings

Desirable criteria

• Experience in the arts and/or charity sectors
• Understanding of the criminal justice sector
• Experience of holding a trustee or board level role

We are committed to bringing together people with diverse skills, knowledge, and experience to reflect the work of the company and the change we seek to make.  As some groups are under-represented on our board, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, in particular members of the Global Majority.

Please follow the link to our website to download the trustee recruitment pack with full details of the role and application process.

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING OFFICER (DSO)

The Job Holder must have appropriate experience to undertake this role. The Job Holder may be invited to join the Board of Trustees, but this is not mandatory in order to fulfil the role.

Remuneration: The role of DSO is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed.

Location: Home based

Time commitment: Attending 4/5 Trustee Board meetings per year and regular liaison with the trustees. Additionally, the DSO is expected to participate in meetings of the Executive Committee, if requested to attend.

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Objective: As the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) you will act as the main source of support, advice and expertise for safeguarding in LNBP.

Duties to include the following, but these may be amended or updated in accordance with Project needs:

1. To advise and support the Trustees in developing and establishing our organisation’s approach to safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults.
2. To act as the main point of contact in the Project on matters relating to Child, Young Person & Vulnerable Adult Protection.
3. To act as the Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) and be the initial recipient of any concerns in the context of safeguarding.
4. To manage safeguarding concerns, allegations or incidents reported to your organisation.
5. To provide safeguarding advice and support to Project skippers and other personnel.
6. To play a lead role in maintaining and reviewing LNBP’s policy and procedures for safeguarding.
7. To advise on training needs and development, providing training or facilitate training where appropriate
8. To manage referrals to key safeguarding agencies (e.g. social services or police) of any incidents or allegations of abuse and harm.

All role holders within LNBP are bound by the rules detailed by the Data Protection Act.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

CHAIRPERSON

Remuneration: The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed (e.g. attending the LNBP Annual AGM which is currently held during the Crick Boat Show at which LNBP has a presence).

Location: Home based

Time commitment: Attending 4/5 Trustee Board meetings per year and regular liaison with the other trustees. Additionally, the Chair is expected to participate in meetings of the Executive Committee (planned to meet 5/6 times per year going forward).

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Role Description:

Objective

The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Committee to account for the Charity’s mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity. He or she will act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity in partnership with the other trustees and Executive Committee members.

Principal Responsibilities

Strategic leadership

• Provide leadership to the charity and its Board, ensuring that the Charity has maximum impact for its beneficiaries
• Ensure that Trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity
• Ensure that the Board operates within its charitable objectives and provides a clear strategic direction for the Charity
• Ensure that the Board is able to regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities and manage and mitigate the risks
• Ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability

Governance

• Ensure that the governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for the Charity
• Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place and are reviewed at appropriate intervals, and contribute to the production of the Annual Report and Accounts
• Encourage positive change where appropriate and address and resolve any conflicts within the Board
• Aim to ensure that the Board of Trustees is regularly refreshed and incorporates the right balance of skills, knowledge and experience needed to govern

External Relations

• Act as an ambassador for the charity, and contribute to LNBP newsletters
• Facilitate change and address any potential conflict with external stakeholders

Efficiency and Effectiveness

• Chair meetings of the Board of Trustees effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process
• Ensure that Trustees are fully engaged and that decisions are taken in the best, long-term interests of the Charity and that the Board takes collective ownership

Person Specification

To fulfil this role it is NOT a requisite requirement that the person has detailed knowledge of narrowboats or the canal system.

In addition to the qualities required of a Trustee of the charity, the Chair must also meet the following requirements:-

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause
• Exhibit strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
• Ability to commit time to conduct the role well

Desirable Experience

• Experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
• Experience of chairing meetings and events

Knowledge and skills

• Broad knowledge and understanding of charity governance and finance issues
• Leadership skills and ability to bring people together

Term

The charity’s Chair will serve a three-year term to be eligible for reappointment for one additional term.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Do you want to gain professional writing skills and have your named work viewed by thousands? Do you have a passion for great literature or fine art or classical or contemporary music or history or archaeology or something else in the humanities? Do you love to learn about other cultures, their cuisine, customs and language? Do you want to join a vibrant community of writers? Then write for us!

The Cultural Me is a platform for arts and culture with a focus on discovering practical solutions for mental wellbeing, leisure and travel.

We are looking for writers to research and write micro-articles (roughly 750 words), on selected subjects, for example, a piece on Tolstoy, or Early Renaissance to Contemporary Art, or Latin American magic realism to Postcolonial Literature, or Sri Lankan culture, or Beethoven, or Film... You will also be involved in editing contributions from other writers.

If you have never written professionally before, then don't worry: all we ask for is a Bachelor’s Degree in the Arts and Humanities. We are also happy to consider you if you have alternative qualifications — provided you can demonstrate specialist subject matter knowledge in one or more areas in the arts and culture (and you love reading). The articles we produce (unlike popular media) are to the best academic standards. The ideal person, therefore, should enjoy writing articles that are well-researched yet written in an accessible format suitable for the public at large.

Here is what you can expect from us in return for your voluntary work:

• Detailed and friendly, one-to-one editorial feedback on almost every line you write.
• How to write for a busy mainstream reader: developing a story.
• A language and style guide reflecting modern trends in mainstream media.
• The chance to develop a deeper understanding of the arts, history, philosophy...
• Publication of your work to a global audience on a fast-growing platform.
• A link to your writing portfolio to include in your CV.
• A chance to join our diverse community of writers in our active chat space with the option to contribute to our growing social feed on the Cultural Me website.

In addition, if you provide The Cultural Me as a reference for a potential job, we will provide a personalised reference based on your portfolio. Our writers have secured jobs with organisations such as the Red Cross, Kobalt Music, Oxford University Museums, amongst others.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a passion for the arts and culture to join a community on a worthy mission. If you love the idea, then please email Emma by clicking on ‘Apply’ and writing a short cover letter explaining what you like about the role.

COMMENTS FROM OUR WRITERS

Claire Woods — MA Creative Writing, Open University

‘The editors have a keen eye for detail, and I’m learning so much already!’

Florence Gildea — MPhil Sociology, University of Cambridge

‘The level of support, the attention to detail and the encouragement I experienced while writing for The Cultural Me was absolutely unprecedented in all my years of writing. Editing is an underappreciated skill these days, as people are keen to publish content as quickly as possible. It is a testament to the commitment of the Editors at The Cultural Me for producing resources of the highest quality that they put so much time and effort into working with writers like me. I felt both stretched and valued.’

Zoe Willis — BA French and German, University of Bristol

‘Working on The Cultural Me micro-articles really made me interrogate what I was writing, making sure the subject was absolutely clear for those reading it. At university, you are never told to examine each sentence as to how it fits in with your argument.’

Elise Czyzowska — BA English Literature & Language, University of Oxford

‘Writing for The Cultural Me has allowed me to continue practising my analytical reading from university, and given me the opportunity to share my thoughts on the literature I know and love.’

Nicholas Benton — BA English Literature, University of Sheffield

‘The Cultural Me provided me with a detailed commendatory reference that helped me secure a place on a master’s degree at the University of Birmingham.’

Tom Mackinnon — BA History of Art, University of Cambridge

‘Since starting to write for The Cultural Me, I’ve actually learned a lot about writing for mainstream readers. At the same time, I really enjoy being able to keep in touch with the topics I love. I do recommend this experience to anyone wanting to pursue a career in writing, curation or education.’

SAMPLE MICRO-ARTICLES

Please see the attachment.

SAMPLE WRITER PROFILES

Deepa — https://thecultural.me/people/Deepa-Srivastava-109829

Elizabeth — https://thecultural.me/people/Elizabeth-Hopkins-109782

Rami — https://thecultural.me/people/Rami-Barhoumi-109470

Gemma —  https://thecultural.me/people/Gemma-Unyereno-109538

Belinda —  https://thecultural.me/people/Belinda-Robinson-109600

Josef — https://thecultural.me/people/Josef-Steen-109610

Are you a creative writer with an interest in the programme and themes of the National Science and Media Museum? Volunteer Bloggers develop a range of blog posts responding to our museum’s programme, including its exhibitions and festivals. We encourage all volunteers to apply their own creative approach when responding to and reviewing our programme and we welcome topics inspired by or touched on in our collections and wider programmes. You will be given blog guidelines to follow and lots of tips and ideas for where to start. During the year, there are sometimes opportunities to connect with our staff, external supporters or guest speakers.

In this role, it helps to live locally to make the most of opportunities to visit the museum and experience our events and exhibitions first hand, but you can volunteer in this role from wherever you live.

In this role you will:

• Write blog posts exploring aspects of our museum’s programme, exhibitions or collections.
• Liaise with museum staff to develop your content
• Where relevant, undertake research to develop your blog post

What you’ll bring to the role: 

This role is perfect for people who:

• Enjoy writing and are motivated to create engaging, interesting and well written content
• Enjoy undertaking independent research on subjects explored by our museum
• Are looking to improve their writing skills by contributing to the online content of a national museum.

It would be good if you:

• Are interested in, or knowledgeable about, the museum and are keen to promote its programme

Some things you need to know:

• To volunteer in this role, you must be 18 or over. 
• All volunteers must attend an online taster session and a welcome session to join this role (held on Microsoft Teams). You must be available for one of each of these:
  • Taster: 13.30-14.30, Tues 25 Feb, or 17.30-18.30 the same day
  • Welcome: 13.30-14.30, Tues 4 March, or 17.30-18.30 the same day
• This role is remote, which means you can volunteer from wherever you live as long as you have a device with a word processor (such as Microsoft Word) and the ability to use email to be in touch with our team. It may be an advantage to you to be local, as you can visit our museum in person, but this isn’t essential.
• All blog posts shared as part of this role will be checked by our Comms team (and our Curatorial team where appropriate) before publishing. You will have feedback and support with producing your blog post(s).

How to Apply:
Interested? We welcome your application. Please visit our wesbite to find out more and apply. We are also open to alternatives such as applying over the phone, so do let us know how we can support you.

We with you every success with your application. We believe in a culture that recognises and values different experiences, mindsets, and expertise, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Our client's purpose is to enrich lives through the greatest performances of their festival's music. 

The festival is dedicated to celebrating the life, music, and continued legacy of this great cultural icon. Each year the festival presents an array of inspired concerts and events including its critically acclaimed and flagship Spring Festival. 

Chair 
Mayfair, London
Unremunerated, reasonable expenses covered
Time commitment: approx. 2-3 days per month

The festival has recently embarked on an exciting period of renewal - with a visionary, open minded and contemporary approach - taking music to new dynamic venues and collaborating with fresh partners, resulting in contemporary and growing audiences and close to a doubling of income between 2018 and 2024.

The festival is now looking to appoint a new Chair to lead the Board, working with the Festival Director to deliver its ambitious vision and maintain its high quality and programming. 

They are seeking an individual who will bring the following skills/experience; 

• A passion for the Arts and an ability to advocate the Purpose and Values of the festival.
• Demonstrated success in strategic leadership. 
• Excellent communication and influencing skills. 
• An ability to build and retain contacts, especially donors and supporters. 
• Experience as a Non-Executive Director or Trustee (preferably as Non-Executive Chair) within a similarly sized organisation. 
• A strong network across the arts, business community, public/private sector. 
• Able and willing to commit the time required for chairing an organisation both internally and as an external ambassador.

For further information, please review the dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'

Deadline for applications: 16 February 2025            
First stage interviews held online: w/c 24 February
Final interviews held in person: w/c 10 March

The Jawbone Collective seeks a Volunteer Bookkeeping / Financial Recordkeeping support person to join our thriving arts organisation. As we continue to expand activities and our reach across the Southwest of England, we need someone with financial expertise to help strengthen our operational foundation.

You will work remotely alongside our dedicated management team to develop robust financial processes that will support our journey toward becoming a self-sustaining arts organisation. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting us in managing our diverse revenue streams, including workshop fees, journal and poetry publications, grants (hopefully we get some soon) and event income.

As part of our inclusive creative community, you'll contribute to an organisation that champions diverse voices, including neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+ and working-class writers. While a love for literature isn't required, you'll be supporting a mission that makes literary opportunities accessible to all through affordable programs and free submission opportunities.

Role Description

• Initially organising a transition to accounting software
• Train team members in maintain financial records and bookkeeping
• Assist with financial reporting and planning
• Support budget management for our various programmes and publications
• Help track expenses related to workshops, events, and publishing activities
• Contribute to funding applications and financial governance

What We're Looking For

• Experience in financial management and
• Governance required for a CIC (desirable, or be willing to learn) 
• An ability to train team members in necessary software for bookkeeping
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to work with our creative community-focused team
• Understanding of arts organisation operations (desirable)

About Us

The Jawbone Collective is a dynamic arts organisation dedicated to nurturing creative voices across the Wessex Region. Founded in 2022, we've evolved from our initial mission of publishing the poetry collections of under represented groups to becoming a comprehensive creative hub offering multiple platforms for artistic expression. Our initiatives include the upcoming Jawbone Journal - May 2025; developing a Substack community, Jawbone Radio for spoken word performances; plus workshops - in person and online; and mentoring programs. Based in Dorset, we've established strong creative communities in Dorchester and Bridport as well as attracting attendees to real world activities coming from Dorset, Devon, Wiltshire and Somerset, whilst also maintaining an active online presence attracting people from the UK and across the world.

At our core, we're driven by a commitment to diversity and accessibility in the arts. Our community of 15 core creative members represents a rich tapestry of voices, including creatives from neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+, female and  working class creators from various age groups and backgrounds. We are actively challenging publishing industry 'norms' by offering affordable and free submission opportunities. We are bridging the gap between performance and page poetry, and creating inclusive spaces where every creative voice can flourish. Through our various platforms and initiatives, we're building a supportive environment where artists can develop their craft, share their work, and connect with a broader creative community.

Working remotely however we would love to meet up with you from time to time.

You are most welcome to attend any of our events and workshops at no cost to yourself.

Amount of hours approx 8 - 16 hours a month depending on projects.

Title: Trustee (Fundraising & Development)

Reporting to: Chair of the Board

Salary: Voluntary unpaid position

Times: 4 Trustee meetings annually and 1 AGM (Weekday/Evening)

Location: The charity is based at Mornington Centre, Stanley Street, SE8 4BL (Where possible meetings can be attended remotely) 

About Us

South East London Arts Network, operating as Arts Network, is a charity based in Lewisham offering free membership through referrals for adults living with severe mental health support needs. We are reaching and empowering individuals through creative engagement, fostering community and a wider understanding surrounding mental health. 

We support people to achieve their personal goals through creative activities, exhibitions, and events that enable participants to learn new skills, increase self-confidence, and develop relationships.

We constantly seek to battle stigma and discrimination by presenting our work and practice to medical practitioners, key stakeholders, and the general public.

Further information can be found on our website.

Role

Arts Network are looking for a Trustee / Directors (hereafter referred to as Trustees) who can help move the organisation forward and fulfil our ambition to be the leading visual arts charity for people with severe and complex mental health support needs. This Trustee will also have relevant experience in fundraising and development and be an ambassador for Arts Network, and who can help to maximise the potential of our charitable aims and to lead the organisation in this next stage of its development – including our growth across Southwark. 

Role specifics: Fundraising and Development Trustee

• Develop a fundraising strategy with the CEO and the Board of Trustees.
• Identify fundraising opportunities and assess potential.
• Establish partnerships and networking opportunities to develop long-term relationships with stakeholders.
• Develop a strategy to help promote the visibility of the charity.
• Ensure fundraising is compliant with the charity’s legal and ethical obligations.
• Develop a code of practice for fundraising standards.
• Report on fundraising and development matters at quarterly Trustee meetings.

This list is by no means exclusive and does not necessarily pre-determine the profile of successful candidates. Those who can bring other skill-sets and new perspectives are also welcome to apply.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Under Company Law, Trustees have certain legal, financial and fiduciary duties and must also comply with charity law. The requirements of some funding bodies also place responsibilities on Trustees. Even though many of these duties are delegated to management staff, and the Board is called upon to make clear decisions about such delegation, the ultimate responsibility for every aspect of the Company’s operation lies with the Board of Trustees. It is therefore important that all Trustees ensure that they understand the history of the organisation and its current situation and keep abreast of issues that might affect the organisation. 

Personal Attributes

The general expectation of all Trustees is:

• An enthusiasm for the work of the organisation - attend exhibitions/events hosted by Arts Network.
• A commitment to carry out the duties of a Trustee.
• Attendance at a minimum of 3 out of 4 of the Board of Trustee meetings a year having read any papers circulated in advance.
• A commitment to work with other Trustees and management team in helping to fundraise for the organisation.
• Either utilising professional or personal contacts and/or proactively engaging in fundraising projects and campaigns.
• A commitment to be well informed about the work of Arts Network.
• In order to be an effective advocate and by preparing for and contributing at meetings.
• Good professional networks and the willingness to offer these where appropriate.
• Providing support and assistance for management staff with their contacts.
• The ability to work as a member of a team and a willingness to state personal convictions and, equally, to accept a majority decision and be tolerant of the views of other people.
• Contributing to good governance and building relationships across the Board and with staff.
• A willingness to deal openly with colleague Board Members and management staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• A preparedness to offer personal and business skills and experience to support the work of the management team when required.
• The ability to treat sensitive information confidentially and an understanding of which issues to maintain as confidential.

Application Process

Please provide the following:

1. Either a covering letter or a short video clearly outlining how you meet the requirements of the post. Letters should be no longer than one page and videos should be no longer than 3 minutes.

2. A CV including details of two referees 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview. Selected candidates will then be invited to attend a creative workshop with our members (also known as our beneficiaries).

Arts Network recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and people with lived experience. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and they can contribute to our future.

Arts Network particularly welcome applications from people who identify as disabled, of the Global Majority and/or people from a lower socio-economic background, as these people are currently under-represented throughout the arts and mental health sector and reflect our community.

We can provide support with adjustments to help someone to apply for this role. If necessary, please get in touch with the CEO Kate Price to let us know how we can help you. This will not influence your application. 

Deadline for applications: Midday on Friday 14th February 2025

Start date for successful candidate: March 2025

Successful applicants will be notified of interview in the week beginning 17th February 2025, with interviews taking place in the last two weeks of February 2025. 

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Title: Chair of Trustees 

Salary: Voluntary unpaid position  

Times: 4 Trustee Board meetings annually and 1 AGM (Weekday/Evening) 

Location: The charity is based at Mornington Centre, Stanley Street, SE8 4BL (Where possible meetings can be attended remotely)                             

About us         

South East London Arts Network, operating as Arts Network, is a charity based in Lewisham offering free membership through referrals for adults living with severe mental health support needs. We are reaching and empowering individuals through creative engagement, fostering community and a wider understanding surrounding mental health. 

We support people to achieve their personal goals through creative activities, exhibitions, and events that enable participants to learn new skills, increase self-confidence, and develop relationships.

We constantly seek to battle stigma and discrimination by presenting our work and practice to medical practitioners, key stakeholders, and the general public.

Further information can be found on our website.

Role Description

We are at an exciting time in our development and are seeking to recruit a Chair of the Board of Trustees who will be an ambassador for Arts Network, and who can help to maximise the potential of our charitable aims and to lead the organisation in this next stage of its development – including our growth across Southwark.

As Chair, your commitment to Arts Network (AN) will include chairing Board of Trustee meetings (usually four a year), an annual Trustee strategy session and the Annual General Meeting. AN actively encourage all of our Trustees to visit our programmes and to meet members (our beneficiaries), volunteers and staff in order to build their understanding of their work and to increase their visibility within the organisation.

In addition to your responsibilities as a Trustee, the Chair has a leadership role in ensuring that the Board of Trustees fulfils its responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity.

Principal responsibilities of the Chair

Strategic leadership

• Provide leadership to the charity through its Board of Trustees, ensuring that the charity has maximum impact for its members and other beneficiaries.
• Ensure the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction, and is focused on achieving this.
• Ensure regular contact with the CEO of AN and maintain an overview of the Charity’s affairs, providing support as and when necessary.

Governance

• Ensure that AN complies with charity law and with the requirements of the Charity Commission as regulator – in particular to ensure that the charity prepares appropriate reports on what it has achieved and Annual Returns and Accounts as required by law.
• Ensure that Arts Network remains true to its charitable purpose and objectives.
• Act with integrity and avoid any personal conflicts of interest or misuse of charity funds or assets.
• Ensure that AN has a governance structure that is appropriate to a charity of its size/complexity, stage of development and its charitable objects, and keep this under review.
• Ensure that any major risks to which AN is exposed have been reviewed and that systems have been established to mitigate these risks.
• Ensure the Board of Trustees is periodically refreshed through clear procedures of election and inclusive and diverse recruitment, to incorporate the right balance of skills, knowledge and experience, with adequate training and induction.
• Establish any appropriate sub-committee structures if needed.
• Sit on appointment and disciplinary panels if needed. 
• Represent the charity at external functions, meetings and events.

This role description is intended a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It summarises the main aspects of the role but does not cover all the duties that you may have to perform. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. 

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

• Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity and its strategic aims and objectives. Foster and promote a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit strong inter-personal and relationship-building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role.
• Demonstrate empathy, compassion and sensitivity in regard to working with diverse community groups and people with mental health support needs.
• Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity.
• Demonstrate a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to duties as Chair and a Trustee. 

Experience

• Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level in an organisation.
• A proven track record of effective governance, including significant experience of chairing meetings and events.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the Third sector and the issues affecting it.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate Trustees, the management team, staff and volunteers and bring people together.
• Good understanding of charity governance and finance.
• Strategic awareness of marketing, communications and public relations.

This list is by no means exclusive and does not necessarily pre-determine the profile of successful candidates. Those who can bring other skill-sets and new perspectives are also welcome to apply.

Application Process

Please provide the following:

1. Either a covering letter or a short video clearly outlining how you meet the requirements of the post. Letters should be no longer than one page and videos should be no longer than 3 minutes.

2. A CV including details of two referees 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview. Selected candidates will then be invited to attend a creative workshop with our members (also known as our beneficiaries).

Arts Network recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and they can contribute to our future.

Arts Network particularly welcome applications from people who identify as disabled, of the Global Majority and/or people from a lower socio-economic background, as these people are currently under-represented throughout the arts and mental health sector and reflect our community.

We can provide support with adjustments to help someone to apply for this role. If necessary, please get in touch with the CEO Kate Price to let us know how we can help you. This will not influence your application. 

Deadline for applications: Midday on Friday 14th February 2025

Start date for successful candidate: March 2025

Successful applicants will be notified of interview in the week beginning 17th February 2025, with interviews taking place in the last two weeks of February 2025. 

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

We are seeking new Trustees with a specialism in either Equality, Diversity and Inclusion or Finance to join our Board.

Awarded Theatre of the Year at The Stage Awards 2025 and the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre by UK Theatre in 2023, Nottingham Playhouse is one of the country’s leading producing theatres. In addition to our ambitious productions, wide-ranging participation programmes and extensive artist development programme, we are also a registered charity. All of the funds we raise help to ensure we’re reaching as many people as possible to give them new opportunities and create lasting memories.

Nottingham Playhouse is governed by a Board of Trustees, whose expertise and care guide the decisions and actions of the organisation. The Board of Trustees meets 6 times a year in Nottingham, with occasional subgroup meetings. Trustees also attend press nights for each in-house production and other Nottingham Playhouse activities whenever possible.

To compliment the skills of our current Trustees, we are now seeking passionate and effective advocates for the arts with particular expertise in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion or Finance, to proactively support and contribute to the work of the Board. 

This is an unpaid, non-executive role but reasonable expenses for attending Board meetings will be offered. More information about the role is available in the Recruitment Pack.

Nottingham Playhouse is committed to a policy of diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from potential Trustees who would help to broaden the diversity of our Board. You can be a Trustee provided you are aged 18 or over and training can be given if needed. We strive to be fully accessible and applications from disabled people are particularly welcome to balance our governance.

How to Apply

To apply, please send us:

1. A covering letter explaining why this opportunity appeals to you and what experience, skills and knowledge you would bring to Nottingham Playhouse as a Trustee
2. A copy of your CV (please include contact details)
3. A completed Equal Opportunities monitoring form, downloadable from our website. 

We would like to help you to fully participate in the application process. If you would like the information providing in an alternative format, support in completing your application, or you would like an alternative way to make your application, please contact us to discuss a suitable format.

Closing date: Friday 28 February 2025 at 12noon.

Would you like to contribute to the future direction of the Bakewell and District Historical Society which manages the wonderful Bakewell Old House Museum?

Do you want to make use of your talent and energy, with opportunities for personal growth and fulfilment?

Maybe you would like to do something that supports your local community?

Registered Charity No. 1184842

Accredited Museum No. 559

The Bakewell and District Historical Society operates the Bakewell Old House Museum, which tells the stories of the people of Bakewell and the Peak District to local audiences and tourists. The museum is sited within a wonderful Tudor Grade II*-listed building, providing immersive experiences for general visitors, school children and groups alike.

Trustees provide strategic leadership for the Society and the Museum which is operated on a day-to-day basis by the Manager Curator, a Museum Assistant and a team of enthusiastic volunteers. This is an exciting time to join our team, as we reconnect with our local communities, offering lots of fundraising opportunities, and a post-Covid cohort of volunteers that have re-invigorated the museum.

The current board is made up of 7 Trustees from a range of backgrounds including digital and commercial marketing, collections, buildings, and financial management. Each trustee brings different skills and experience.

We are looking to make three appointments during this recruitment round, for Trustees who have skills and experience in the following areas:

· Fundraising

· People (including Paid Staff and Volunteering)

· Schools

Applications are welcome from anyone who has a passion for small museums and local societies, with interests in local communities and our heritage, and feels that they can help deliver our vision and plan for our future sustainability. The positions are not remunerated. Our expectation is that trustees will serve a three-year term and may be re-appointed.

The most important attributes for a Trustee are:

· Enthusiasm and commitment 

· Leadership and inter-personal skills 

· Tact, diplomacy and powers of persuasion, with an ability to listen and engage effectively 

· Networking capabilities 

· An ability to foster a collaborative working environment  

· Willingness to go 'the extra mile' and commit time to contribute to projects and sub-committees 

If this sounds like you, please read our Trustee Recruitment Pack for further details about the Society and Museum, the Role Description and Application process:

Deadline for applications: 8 February 2025, Midday

Interviews will be held at the museum on Monday 24 February 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative volunteer to join Jawbone Collective as a Publicity and Public Relations coordinator. This role is perfect for someone passionate about arts and culture who wants to gain hands-on experience in public relations and marketing.

This is more a traditional Public Relations role as we have someone on our team working with social media. However there is a requirement to align the promotional strategies and content with this team member.

As part of our inclusive creative community, you'll contribute to an organisation that champions diverse voices, including neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+ and working-class writers. While a love for literature isn't required, you'll be supporting a mission that makes literary opportunities accessible to all through affordable programs and free submission opportunities.

We will consider applicants who wish to hold a temporary position (12 weeks minimum)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement publicity strategies to promote Jawbone Collective's events, publications and workshops
• Proactive in sourcing opportunities for The Jawbone Collective to be promoted locally and online.
• Write and distribute press releases and media announcements
• Maintain relationships with local media contacts and community partners
• Assist in organising and promoting public events
• Track and report on publicity efforts
• Create engaging content for social media platforms (

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of graphic design and photo editing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in arts, culture, and community engagement

Time Commitment:

In the initial settling period there would be more hours per week, this can be negotiated (possible 10 - 15 hours) however long term the hours may sit at 6 hours a fortnight.

Remote working however if you live in the SW of England and wish to be more involved in the activities of Jawbone Collective this is encouraged.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in public relations and marketing
• Build a professional portfolio
• Network with arts and culture professionals
• Be part of a dynamic and creative community organisation

To apply, please send your CV and a Cover Letter

About The Jawbone Collective

The Jawbone Collective CIC is a dynamic non-profit voluntary arts organisation based in the Southwest of England, dedicated to nurturing poets and writers across the Wessex Region. Founded in 2019, we've grown from our initial mission of publishing poets to becoming a comprehensive creative hub offering multiple activities to engage and contribute to our community.

Our core community of 15 poets and writers represent diverse voices, including LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, disabled communities. We actively challenge publishing industry norms by making literary opportunities accessible to groups in the community that need to overcome many barriers to have a profession in literature. Our mission centres on building confidence in creatives and enabling them to celebrate and share their work through publication and performance.

We are looking for Trustees for Exeter Scrapstore – Could you be one?

Are you interested in supporting a creative community asset and have a passion for recycling and re-use?

We could be a great fit!

We are looking for people with experience in any of these areas: Finance, HR, IT, Buildings and Fundraising.

About us:

We are a small friendly board of Directors/Trustees running a thriving charity that serves the communities in Exeter and its surrounding areas. We have two part-time paid staff and 8 volunteers.

The charity runs a warehouse and shop that makes a positive social and environmental impact by re-using clean post-industrial waste that would be sent directly to landfill. It’s an Aladdin’s cave of materials offering inspiration for creative and educational projects, and used by a wide range of users. These include individuals and families, creative practitioners, community groups, schools and higher education.

As well as reclaimed materials from businesses and industries, our shop offers second-hand and quality arts and crafts items at affordable prices.

Our charity is entering an exciting new phase, which includes refitting the retail space to make it more user-friendly and provide much needed inventory sorting space.

We meet 6 times a year.

Why not contact us for an informal chat about the role with our Chair?

Charity Number: 1143182
Company Number: 07619244

Hut 2, Belmont Park, Gordon Road, Exeter EX12D