Community Post Type: Volunteering

To help create a warm, engaging, and memorable experience for every visitor who steps into the exhibition. You’ll be the friendly face that welcomes people, supports their visit, and helps them learn and develop more engaging exhibitions for audiences.

They’re looking for enthusiastic, friendly volunteers to help bring their brand-new exhibition ‘Model Image’ to life at Bridge Cottage Gallery. This fabulous show celebrates June Duncan, the Liverpool model who was one of Britain’s most successful and distinctive fashion models of the 1950s, appearing in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, and Tatler.

The exhibition will feature photography and fashion. If you love meeting people, enjoy the arts, and want to be part of a welcoming community, this role is a fantastic way to get involved.

They’re looking for applicants with a background in photography and/ or fashion or those with a keen interest in the arts looking to develop further skills.

Please see the role description on their website: https://portsunlightvillage.com/volunteering-at-port-sunlight/

The National Literacy Trust empower people with the literacy skills they need to succeed in life. In Liverpool, we focus on supporting parents and our youngest children get the best start in life so they can develop their early communication and language and become lifelong readers. They are also involved in supporting many communities continue to build literacy rich opportunities for all.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community or organisation? Do you love to share the joy of reading and advocate for the power of literacy to change life stories? Join with us at the National Literacy Trust as a volunteer and together we can empower your community to thrive. Our volunteers can choose how they help and how much time they want to give.

If you are interested please visit our website to find out more: https://literacytrust.org.uk/support-us/volunteer-with-the-national-literacy-trust/

We need your help over the August 2026 Bank Holiday weekend, to ensure that the community of St Helens, and International Glass enthusiasts, have the best experience during the International Festival of Glass 2026 (IFoG2026).

Festival Stewards

As a Festival Steward you will:

• Support the running of events at The World of Glass and across St Helens
• Help visitors navigate the town centre by providing Wayfinding help at transport hubs.
• Assist in gathering feedback and data from visitors which is vital in shaping and improving our future work.

All training will be provided, and you will be given any background information needed for the activities you work on.

Gallery Volunteers

As a small team, we rely on volunteers to help us offer the best possible visitor experience to everyone who walks through our doors. As a gallery volunteer, your role will be to:

• Invigilate galleries during exhibitions such as the British Glass Biennale 2026
• Support visitors as they navigate the site
• Help visitors understand our exhibitions, collections, and spaces
• Provide short tours to visitors when requested
• Assist in gathering feedback and data from visitors which is vital in shaping and improving our future work.
• Assist with events throughout the year.

All training will be provided along with information about the galleries and exhibitions to ensure you are fully equipped to talk to visitors about the wonders of The World of Glass.

Visitor Engagement Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers to help deliver family activities, from crafts to object handling as well as assist with school visits.

Your help will ensure we give our younger visitors the best possible experience and encourage them to return time and time again. Interested? You should:

• Have experience working with children and families.
• Feel confident working independently as well as part of a team
• Be enthusiastic about arts, crafts, education, and heritage.

All training will be provided, and you will be given any information needed for the activities you work on.

Chatty Café Volunteers

The World of Glass has joined The Chatty Café scheme, which is an initiative to reduce loneliness by getting people chatting. We would love to offer a Chatty Café table in The Café here at the World of Glass and are looking for a few enthusiastic volunteers to help set up and host these sessions. Interested? You should:

• Enjoy meeting and speaking to new people.
• Have 1-2 hours a week to help promote and host the table.

To become a Chatty Café Volunteer, please contact Volunteering@Theworldofglass.com to speak to Katie – and also apply here Volunteer – Chatty Cafe Scheme UK.

At The World of Glass, no two days are the same, and we strive to provide visitors with an excellent experience and our team of volunteers is vital in helping us to deliver this.

Benefits to volunteering at The World of Glass:

• Learn new skills
• Expect a welcoming environment
• Socialise with staff and other volunteers
• Play your part in helping a local charity organisation
• Reimbursed travel expenses up to £5 per day
• References provided for future volunteer or job applications.

If any of the following volunteer opportunities interest you, contact us at  apply via this form here.

Or contact  Volunteering@worldofglass.com for more details.

Tmesis Theatre is a Liverpool-based company dedicated to creating bold, imaginative and emotionally driven physical theatre. Their work combines movement, storytelling and humour to connect with audiences across the UK and beyond.

They’re currently seeking new board members to support the next phase of their journey. They are keen to hear from people who are passionate about the arts and keen to support growth. In particular, they’re keen to hear from individuals with experience in:

Venue/arts management or programming
Touring theatre (UK or international)
Fundraising/ finance

As a board member, you’ll play a key role in shaping strategic direction, championing our values, and helping build strong connections across the cultural sector.

Why join?

You’ll be part of a small but dynamic team committed to innovative, high-quality theatre that speaks to and inspires diverse audiences.
They welcome expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds, and especially encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in the arts.

How to Apply

If you are interested you can contact the chair Mike Furniss via admin@tmesistheatre.com

FIND OUT MORE AT www.tmesistheatre.com

Contact name: Mike Furniss

Contact email: admin@tmesistheatre.com

Closing date: 31 July

20 Stories High are looking for a Board Chair to help achieve their aims and make as big an impact as possible they would love applications from those with a general background in strategy, governance, finance, HR or fundraising would be useful and previous experience as a Trustee or Chair would be welcomed.

Role Title:      Chair of the Board of Trustees

For more information and to access the application pack, click HERE!

Recruitment process timeline 

• Application Deadline: 9am, Monday 6th July, 2026
• Shortlisting: Successful applicants will be invited to interview by the end of week commencing Monday 13th July 2026

If you would like to arrange a confidential one-to-one discussion about the role then please contact amy@20storieshigh.org.uk and we will arrange a video call with the current chair to answer any questions that you might have.

It is important to us that Trustees share the company’s values, and are committed to contributing to our developing practice in terms of both well-being and EDIA (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Activism); and that the lived experience of our team accurately and fairly represents our participants, audiences and communities we serve.

This pack is available in a range of formats including audio, large print, and screen reader-compatible versions. They are committed to inclusive working practices and ensuring equal access. If you have a more specific formatting requirement, please let them know and they will try their best to provide this for you.

Open Eye Gallery is dedicated to building an open and inclusive organisation, with a team that represents the different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills from the communities we serve. 

Their Board of Trustees are volunteers who oversee, shape and support everything they do. For example, their Board provides direction and challenge to the leadership team, monitors any risks to the organisation, and plays a major part in shaping Open Eye Gallery’s future.

They would love to have a younger person’s perspective on their Board, to bring fresh insight, energy and lived experience to our team. They are looking for someone between the age of 18-27 – you could be a student, creative practitioner or participant on one of our projects. They would like to know what you are most passionate about and interested in. For example, you may be interested in the environment and climate crisis, digital communications, technology or how galleries are run.

Their Board meets four times per year, with some additional time required to read Board papers and attend sub-committee meetings. You will be a Board Member for a fixed term of 18 months. As a Board Member you might like to attend events and exhibitions hosted by Open Eye Gallery or our partners. Additional involvement will depend on what you want to bring, and what your interests are. 

Their Board meetings do have a formal structure, but it is a process of collaboration where everyone has a voice. Previous experience on a Board is not necessary as training will be provided. This position would suit an individual taking their first steps to develop wider Board level experience and an insight into how the cultural sector works. During your time on the Board, you will be paired with an existing Board member as a mentor to support you in the role.

Becoming a Board Member is a voluntary position, travel expenses to the interview and subsequent board meetings will be reimbursed. Board Meetings take place at Open Eye Gallery, Liverpool – with the option to attend online if in person attendance is not possible. 

What would make you a good Board Member? 

• An enthusiasm for the work of Open Eye Gallery and a commitment to our core values, aims and objectives 
• Ability to bring your knowledge, understanding and expertise to the table
• A commitment to the term of 18 months
• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort 
• Understand the responsibility and the confidentiality of the role 
• Having the confidence but also being a good listener and wanting to learn
• Ability to work as part of a team 
• Ability to put forward opinions and build trust and respect with colleagues and stakeholders
• Open-mindedness and ability to take a view across the full range of issues

Interested? We’d love to meet you!

On Friday 29 May we are hosting an informal brunch at Open Eye Gallery between 11 AM – 1 PM. Interested applicants are invited to come along to meet the team, hear more about becoming a board member, and ask any questions you may have over a coffee and a croissant! 

Please sign up here if you are interested in attending.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following information to jobs@openeye.org.uk:

1.Application Form

2. Please fill in their anonymous Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

 Email: jobs@openeye.org.uk

Post: Open Eye Gallery, 19 Mann Island, Liverpool Waterfront, Liverpool, L3 1BP. 

If you would prefer an alternative way of applying (e.g., by sending a video, or arranging a casual discussion about the role) please reach out to Alex Sheen on email: alex@openeye.org.uk.

They strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, and fully recognise the value of a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. They are particularly keen to hear from people of colour, and those living with disabilities. 

Closing Date: Wednesday 10 June at midnight. 

Successful candidates will be invited to an informal interview where you can tour the gallery and meet the team. Interviews to take place on Monday 22 June.

Please let them know in your application email if you have any access requirements. 

Location: National

Role Type: Voluntary position for a fixed term of four years. There is a possibility of reappointment for a maximum of four years.

Time commitment: Approximately 4 days a year is estimated

Location: National: most meetings are hosted virtually. Some travel may be required with expenses paid; usually one meeting per year is held in-person at an accessible location in the UK.

Closing Date: 17:00, Friday 15 May 2026

Salary: This is a voluntary role, with UK expenses reasonably incurred for in-person meetings reimbursed.  An attendance allowance is available to support freelance/self-employed and other unwaged Panel Members.

To apply, visit here 

Wirral MakeFest 2026 is Saturday the 25th of April! The Finale! Join the Fun as a volunteer.

When: Saturday 25th of April 2026

Who: An event aimed at All Ages about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths with a nod towards sustainability.

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Where: Birkenhead Central Library on Borough Road

Wirral MakeFest is your chance to dive into a vibrant showcase of imagination and skill: Explore dozens of hands-on activities and fascinating exhibits and all requiring support from our team of volunteers. Meet talented Makers showcasing robotics, electronics, coding, traditional crafts, art, repairs, and much more! Get inspired and maybe even discover your next passion! Enjoy a fun, inclusive day out for all ages, celebrating STEAM and creativity with a sustainable edge.

Calling All Volunteers for Wirral MakeFest 2026!

They’re looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers to help us make Wirral MakeFest 2026 the best one yet as is only fitting as it is The Finale! Join them for a celebration of creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning, where you’ll be an essential part of bringing this exciting event to life. They are excited to open applications for volunteers for the 2026 Wirral MakeFest. Volunteers will be part of a team of great individuals who will contribute to making Wirral MakeFest 20256, on Saturday the 25th of April 2025, a fantastic success.

What You’ll Do:

Help set up and run exciting workshops and interactive activities on the day
Assist attendees with their MakeFest experience
Support exhibitors and makers with set up and take down and provide comfort breaks during the event
Provide general event support and ensure everything runs smoothly
Help reinforce our sustainable ethos

Why Volunteer?

Gain valuable experience in event organisation
Meet like-minded creative individuals
Get a front-row seat to the coolest tech, crafts, and hands-on activities
When & Where:
Date: Friday 24th of April (afternoon/evening), Saturday 25th of April (Morning/lunchtime/afternoon)
Location: Birkenhead Central Library

Ready to be part of the fun? Sign up now to make a difference at Wirral MakeFest 2026!

https://wirralmakefest.org/call-for-volunteers-2026/