Volunteer Telford

Opportunity for volunteers to work with an already established team of volunteers and Parish Council members, to run the Donnington & Muxton Youth Council.  Role will involve helping to arrange and run activities for the young people, attend team meetings and help with fund raising

You will be a key part of the team that conserves two Sentinel locomotives that form part of the Trust Collection.

Working with a small team you will help to conserve these important objects so they are stable now, and can be enjoyed by future visitors. You will also explain the work and object history to visitors.

Main Tasks

Under the direction and supervision of the Collections Curator and an external Conservation Consultant you will be responsible for the day to day conservation work on the locomotives – this includes wet and dry cleaning; priming bare iron; painting; if appropriate carrying out some minor repairs; talking to visitors about the work; photographing all stages of the project.

Location

Coalbrookdale – under one of the viaduct arches

Expected Commitment

We are looking for someone who can commit to at least one regular full day a week from September to November.

Training

The project will begin with a whole day training session led by an experienced Conservator. On the job training will also be provided as and when required.

More Information

The two sentinel locomotives are historically important parts of the Trusts Museum Collection, and displayed in a visible area of Coalbrookdale. The Trust has secured funding from the Association for Industrial Archaeology to carry out important conservation work. Please note the locomotives are not running, and this work is conservation (i.e. preserving what’s there) rather than restoration.

The role will require a reasonable amount of physical activity and working outside (though under some cover) in all weather. It will also involve talking to visitors of all ages and from diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for al staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

This role description is subject to periodic review.

Snow Wardens are volunteers who play an active role in their community when the weather takes a turn for the worst.

They help clear side roads and pavements of snow and ice in their local area.  This will not only help your neighbours but also our more vulnerable residents who can't help themselves.

How much time you put in is up to you - all we ask is that you do as much as you can. Snow Wardens duties are seasonal and at times you will need to be reactive to the weather conditions.

What area you cover is up to you too. You can carry out your Snow Warden duties on your own street, housing estate or local area.

Volunteer Role Title: Café Assistant 

We are looking for volunteers to serve hot and cold drinks, cakes and pastries hygienically and maintain the professional presentation of the café.

 Key Responsibilities:

- To provide a warm welcome and friendly, helpful customer service

-  To comply fully with all Health and Safety and Food Hygiene Regulations at all times

 - To prepare and serve teas/coffees, soft drinks,

 - Use barista machine

 - To serve cakes and pasties

 - Collect payment from customers for refreshments etc

 - Using the till

 - To engage with customers in a positive manner and have a knowledge of the project

General Duties:

 - Serving customers promptly and courteously and with a smile

 - Ensuring drinks cakes and pastries served to customers is of a consistently high standard and well presented

 - Clearance and clearing of tables

 - Maintenance of a clean and tidy environment at all times in the café area

 - Assisting in the set up and set down of the café according to procedure as required

 -  In accordance with Health and Safety Act 1974, to take care of own and customers Health and Safety at Work, this includes reporting any risks or potential hazards to Line Manager and Health and Safety Officer.