Arts and Events Volunteer

Tamworth Borough Council; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to contribute to the vibrant arts scene at the Tamworth Assembly Rooms. Volunteers will engage with the community by welcoming guests, assisting in the box office, and supporting various events. This role offers valuable experience and training, as well as free entry to selected shows. Ideal candidates should enjoy working with the public and have a passion for the arts, regardless of prior experience. Closing date for applications is January 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Friendly and reliable individuals aged 16+ who enjoy working with the public.
• No previous experience needed but enthusiasm for the arts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests and helping them find their seats.
• Assisting at the Box Office and Front of House.
• Supporting events, performances, and community activities.

Job description

Are you passionate about theatre, live music, and community events? Do you love meeting new people and want to be part of Tamworth's vibrant arts scene?

Volunteer with our friendly team at Tamworth Assembly Rooms and help us deliver unforgettable experiences for audiences and performers alike!

What will you do?

As a volunteer, you could get involved in:

• Welcoming guests and helping them find their seats
• Assisting at the Box Office and Front of House
• Supporting events, performances, and community activities
• Selling programmes, refreshments, and merchandise
• Helping with behind‑the‑scenes tasks to keep our venue running smoothly
• Social media posts
• Sales & marketing

What you'll gain

• A chance to be part of Tamworth's cultural heart
• Training and support from our experienced team
• Opportunities to develop new skills and confidence
• Free entry to selected shows (subject to availability)
• The satisfaction of contributing to your local community
• Be part of something special - volunteer at Tamworth Assembly Rooms and help make every performance memorable!

Closing date 31 January 2026

Volunteer opportunities are subject to satisfactory clearances, as required.

Tamworth Borough Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks are required for relevant posts.

We are committed to ensuring that people are not disadvantaged in accessing our services. We will make reasonable adjustments for those people that need further assistance, depending on the individual's needs. Further guidance can be found in our Reasonable Adjustments guidance, Equality and diversity, Tamworth Borough Council.

We're looking for friendly, reliable people aged 16+ who enjoy working with the public. No previous experience is needed – just enthusiasm, a can‑do attitude, and a love of the arts! Public facing roles are covered by the Fluency Duty as outlined in section 78 of the Immigration Act 2016, to serve the public it is vital that those working in public facing roles can communicate in English with members of the public receiving local authority services.