The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery
Staff Vacancy

Volunteer & Front of House Supervisor    

We are seeking a colleague with volunteer management and front of hosue experience to support The Whitaker on its next stage of development. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enabling The Whitaker to deliver its ambitions, by:

  • Being the first point of contact whilst overseeing the front desk and shop area.
  • Taking responsibility for opening and closing the museum, briefing volunteers and dealing with day-to-day queries and issues that may arise.
  • Promoting our charity status to visitors with the aim of increasing the amount of daily donations we receive.
  • Leading on the recruitment, training and management of the volunteer team.
  • Ensure the volunteer team is diverse and reflective of our communities and that they are supported to carry out their roles in a safe and supported way and provide excellent customer service.
  • Ensure effective regular communication with the volunteer team.

Please click here to download the full job description and recruitment pack

Informal discussions regarding the role are welcome – please email Caroline Beardmore caroline@thewhitaker.org  to arrange a time to discuss the role. 

Closing date: Friday 9th May at 12pm

Interview date: Friday 16th May at the Museum.