Art Galleries and Museum Group Supporter

Where: An Art Gallery, Museum or Heritage site in the Greater Manchester Area – The group visits a different place every month.

When: Thursday morning every 4-6 weeks

Commitment: 2 hours per month (2 hrs at the event plus travel time)

Purpose: To support, guide and, where possible, transport visually impaired people who have an interest in the arts

Activities:

• Liaise with client re. pick up time for lift from home (where applicable)
• Provide transport to and from venue (where applicable)
• Act as guide at venue on audio-described tour; help at handling table and sometimes a practical workshop activity
• Help with refreshments (tea, coffee, etc)

Skills:

• Ability to communicate and mix well
• Good at guiding a visually impaired client
• Good and considerate driver (if appl.)

Benefits:

• The enjoyment and experience of the varied events and venues
• Training and reimbursement of expenses
• Social events to meet other volunteers

Supervision / Support:

Liaison with Group Leader re. directions, car parking, pick up details, etc.

To apply for this role or for more information, please contact us on 0161 872 1234 or email manchester@henshaws.org.uk