Battle Bus Evaluation Role Profile
We areseeking enthusiastic volunteersto support our Battle Bus project, funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and London Transport Museum Friends. As part of the project’s 2016 activities we have curated an exhibition about the First World War which will be displayed at Bruce Castle Museum in Tottenham from October 2016 to March 2017. The content for this exhibition has been created by young volunteers. An element of this exhibition will also tour local venues in Tottenham to reach a wider audience.
We are looking for volunteers to carry out face to face evaluation with the public visiting the exhibition at Bruce Castle Museum. We would also like evaluation to be carried out at the other venues in Tottenham which will display the touring part of the exhibition. Full training will be provided on how to conduct evaluation with the public.
Who we are looking for volunteers with
Confidence and an interest in speaking to the public
Ability to interact with people from different ages and backgrounds
A willingness to learn
A flexible and adaptable approach
An interest in the work of museums
What you will be doing
Learning about LTM’s Battle Bus project and the role of London’s Transport during the First World War.
Carrying out critical evaluation, which supports our Battle Bus programme helping us to improve our work and share our successes.
Speaking to members of the public face to face.
Visiting external exhibition venues.
Capturing, storing and feeding back data.
What you get in return
Training with an external professional evaluation company.
New skills and greater confidence
Experience engaging with different audience groups
Increased understanding of the broad scope of the Museum’s activity and aims.
Help with your future career prospects
A monthly London Transport Museum volunteers’ newsletter
Opportunities to explore other volunteering opportunities within the Museum
What Happens Next?
Informal group interviews for interested volunteers will be held Wednesday 5th October 2016. To apply, simply complete the learning volunteer application form below and send to .
Please note a DBS (CRB) check is required of all successful applicants.
Volunteers must attend training which will take place on Friday 14th October 2016. In addition to training, we ask that you offer at least 4 daysbetween October 23rd until January 1st 2017. We are happy to discuss this further at interview.
Application Form Learning Volunteers
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Sam Clift
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London Transport Museum
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