Volunteering at Scottish Maritime Museum - Irvine/Dumbarton
Thank you for your interest in our Volunteer programme, we have no opportunities available at the moment but please do check our social media and this page for further updates.
For more information please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at Claire@scotmaritime.org.uk or call 01294 278283
People volunteer for many reasons. Some of the benefits of volunteering include: meeting new people; a productive way to spend time; developing or enhancing skills; trying something different; an addition to your CV; gaining experience for employment; contributing to a Museum of national significance.
Unfortunately we cannot provide volunteers with travel expenses at this time.
Yes, PPE and uniforms are provided by the Museum.
Volunteers are free to take holidays. If you wish to take a longer period of leave, please let the Learning and Access Manager know beforehand.
There is no minimum commitment but we recommend that volunteers attend once a week. Visitor Service volunteers will be expected to fit in with the weekly rota.
Unfortunately, we do not have home working volunteering opportunities at this time.
We aim to provide volunteers with support to assist you in your roles and make sure you are happy with your tasks. The member of staff responsible for volunteers has an open door policy and is happy to speak to you face-to-face, by telephone or email.
Yes, but please let your Job Centre Advisor/benefits office know that you are volunteering.
Whilst you are volunteering at the Museum you are fully covered by the Museum’s insurance policy.
Anyone aged 16 and over may volunteer. There is no upper age limit.
After the informal interview volunteers are selected based on their skills, personal qualities and experience. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome people from all nationalities, faiths and backgrounds.
First contact Claire Jones by emailing her Claire@scotmaritime.org.uk or telephone 01294 278283 to leave a message for her to get back to you. Claire is normally available Monday to Friday between 10am and 4.30pm, however much of her work takes her out of the office. You may be invited for an informal one-to-one chat and asked to fill out a form with your basic personal information.