Volunteer with us
We offer a variety of opportunities, both public-facing and behind-the-scenes, with flexible commitment levels to suit your availability. Whether you’re looking to gain experience in the museum sector, support your local community, or simply do something enjoyable and meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering with Newton Abbot Museum offers a chance to:
- Develop valuable skills and experience within the museum and heritage sector
- Meet new people and enjoy being part of a supportive, like-minded team
- Contribute to the ongoing success and development of your local museum
- Gain voluntary work experience to support your CV or future career plans
Volunteer activities may include
- Meeting and greeting visitors as they arrive
- Engaging with visitors as they explore the museum
- Cataloguing new donations and assisting with collections work
- Preparing resources for family workshops and educational sessions
- Supporting children’s activities during half term and school holidays
- Assisting at public events and community programmes
- Creating content for the museum’s social media channels and blog
To find out what volunteer roles are currently available, please visit our Vacancies page. You can also follow Newton Abbot Museum on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with opportunities and volunteer news.
Volunteer handbook
If you’d like to learn more about the types of roles available, take a look at our Volunteer Handbook
18 or over volunteers
If you're aged 18 or over and ready to get involved, you can download and complete a volunteer application form.
Under 18 volunteers
If you are under 18, looking for a short-term work experience placement, or hoping to volunteer as part of your Duke of Edinburgh Award, please get it touch to discuss your options.
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