Role Purpose: To assist with the care and documentation of the museum collection
Reporting to: Collections Officer
Key Duties:
- Undertaking research into the objects in the Museum collection, as requested
- Responding to queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding objects and collections
- Updating digital and paper records
- Carrying out condition checks (with training)
- Checking environmental and pest monitoring equipment and updating records (with training)
- Facilitating access to/engagement with the collection
Skills and Experience required:
- Basic IT skills (Word, Excel)
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Interest in history and caring for historical objects
- Interest/experience in research
- Willing to learn to use the Museum’s collections database
- Flexible, proactive approach
Time Commitment: Variable, to be discussed with Collections Officer. Typically a weekly commitment of a half to full day would be desirable
Training and Support:
- The following training will be provided:
- Introductory chat about the role and the Museum
- General induction to the Museum
- Training in role-specific tasks (i.e. object handling, conservation cleaning, condition checks, monitoring environmental and pest control equipment)
- Training on the Museum’s record-keeping systems
Benefits of volunteering:
- Meet new people and learn new skills
- Gain experience in a museum environment
- Volunteer within a friendly team
- Enhance your knowledge of local history and the Museum collections
Recruitment Process: Application Form and informal chat, followed by an induction. References may be requested depending on role.
Contact them: Email museumofcannockchase@ihlmail.org, call 01543 877666 or collect a Volunteer Application Form from the Museum during open hours.
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