Meet and Greet Volunteer
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
- Be a visible presence outside the Black Gate and Castle Keep, welcoming visitors
- Guide visitors around the site
- Engage with passers-by to encourage people to visit Newcastle Castle
- Answer questions from visitors and members of the public
- Potentially dress in historical costume and engage with visitors and passers by and provide photo opportunities (optional)
The website link for volunteering is: https://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk/work-with-us
What skills do I need?
- Outgoing and willing to speak in public
- Enthusiastic about sharing the history of Newcastle
- Friendly and approachable
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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Location:
The Black Gate,
Castle Garth
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 1RQ
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
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