Volunteer Co-Ordinator | £28,598 - £31,022 pro rata

Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Barnsley Museums volunteer programme has continued to grow and diversify across the five venues we directly manage. Volunteering brings people together to share skills, build confidence and make culture and heritage welcoming for all. Our volunteers are central to creating inclusive, high quality experiences we can all take pride in.

We are looking to recruit a coordinator for Cannon Hall Museum, Park and Gardens, to lead our volunteer programme on site. Working alongside our Programme Development Manager for volunteering and the team, the coordinator will ensure volunteers feel valued, supported and can contribute positively to the delivery of high-quality, inclusive experiences for our visitors.

As Volunteer Coordinator, you will:

• Support and encourage volunteers to feel welcomed, valued and part of the team.

• Work honestly and collaboratively with staff to develop meaningful, accessible volunteering opportunities.

• Lead on volunteer recruitment, inductions and training, helping people do their best.

• Communicate clearly and positively, building strong, respectful relationships.

• Take pride in maintaining accurate records and promoting a safe, inclusive volunteering culture.

• Help deliver an excellent volunteer and visitor experience every day.

A lot to look forward to

Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. We prioritize learning and enabling you to achieve your potential. So we’ve created a development process that lets you grow in the way that suits you - whether that’s training to be a leader or learning flexibly online. That’s one of the reasons why you’ll find your career here inspiring and rewarding.

Barnsley Museums believes everyone deserves access to museums and culture. We are committed to giving everyone the ability to enjoy our museums, green spaces, collections, online media, and events by removing barriers, fostering good relations between different people and advancing equality of opportunity. You can find out more about our access vision and work on our website - https://www.barnsley-museums.com/accessibility

Shape a better future with us

We’d like you to be part of our success and help us take change further. Join us on our journey to a brighter future. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives. Let’s make a better Barnsley for everyone.

Apply

To achieve your ambitions while shaping a bright future for our communities, apply now. For more information about Barnsley Museums visit www.barnsley-museums.com 

Access information - Further details are available from our website at www.barnsley.gov.uk

Proposed interview date if shortlisted - 16th April 2026.

If you wish to discuss the post or have any questions please contact Lynne Minett, Group Leader: Heritage and Museums, LynneMinett@barnsley.gov.uk