Volunteering

A2A offer a range of volunteering opportunities.

If you are physically fit, enjoy the company of different people and have an interest in the visual arts then you could train as a Volunteer Gallery Assistant.

Training

All volunteers are given full induction training before they start. This will include issues on equality and disability and a practical session on handling wheelchairs.

You are not expected to lift or help with personal care but handling a wheelchair can be tiring so you need to be fit.

A2A also offer on-going specialist and refresher training.

Volunteer Gallery Assistant

All our volunteers are recruited, trained and supported by Access to Art and you will be provided with a distinctive orange ID badge.

Your role

As a volunteer gallery assistant you will accompany an A2A member during a 3 hour visit to a gallery or museum. You might accompany someone who is lacking confidence or with memory issues, and handle their wheelchair or lend a supportive arm, if necessary. Some volunteers will also assist with guiding and audio describing for those with a visual impairment.

Minibus Drivers

Volunteer minibus drivers are responsible for driving an accessible minibus, making it possible for members to get from their home, to the gallery and home again safely.

You will need to have a clean driving license and be able to commit at least 6 months in the role. Full training is given.

Minibus Escorts

Minibus Escorts work with the drivers to ensure members have a safe journey to and from the gallery.

You would play an important role in pairing volunteers with the members on arrival at the gallery, collecting fares and organising tickets.

Fundraising volunteers

There are many easy and exciting ways you can help raise funds for A2A including joining our Tate to Tate sponsored walk on 6th September. Details are on our Supporting A2A page.

Promoting A2A and raising funds

A2A are now recruiting for volunteers to join fundraising action teams. Volunteers get involved with organising and helping out at events, promoting and getting involved with sponsored activities and other fundraising initiatives.

Office based volunteering

We welcome volunteers with office skills who can help with practical office skills, from sending mailings and photocopying to developing our online social networks.

Information for Volunteers:

Volunteer Newsletter - No 41
Volunteer Leaflet
Volunteer Application Form

Page last updated 10th December 2009