Make Science Fun Again
About the Role
This role offers the chance to play an important part in the growing team of volunteers across the Science Museum in delivering events throughout the year. Successful volunteers will have the choice of taking part in our popular Lates (18+) and Astronights sleepover events for children, as well as daytime events for families taking place during school holidays.
Volunteers will:
Additional Information:
Volunteers will gain experience and knowledge of volunteering within the Science Museum Special Events and Learning team, as well as developing skills related to facilitating and engaging with adult, family, school and community audiences. They will also get a unique opportunity to volunteer in a busy museum environment and gain understanding of the Science Museum’s learning theory.
About the Organisation
The Science Museum Group comprises the Science Museum in London & Wroughton, the National Railway Museum in York & Locomotion in Shildon, The Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester and the National Media Museum in Bradford. It is the world's pre-eminent museum in the field of science, technology, industry and medicine. The Museum is governed by a Board of Trustees, appointed by the Prime Minister, and is funded by grant-in-aid through the Department of Culture, Media and Sport.
The Science Museum was founded in 1857 as part of the South Kensington Museum, and gained independence in 1909. Today the Museum is world renowned for its historic collections, awe-inspiring galleries and inspirational exhibitions