Heritage and Volunteer Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by Guardian Jobs
Negotiable
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London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: Paddington Development Trust is looking for a Heritage and Volunteer Manager to lead heritage and volunteer programmes at Grand Junction, a prominent arts and heritage venue in London. The role involves engaging with volunteers and the local community to deliver high-quality heritage experiences, particularly focusing on the You Are Here project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The position is integral to enhancing the cultural and community offerings of this Grade 1 Listed building.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead heritage and volunteer programmes at Grand Junction.
- Engage with volunteers and the local community to deliver a diverse heritage offer.
- Focus on the You Are Here project, utilizing digital outputs to explore local heritage.
- Collaborate with external promoters and partners to enhance programming.
Key Skills:
- Experience in heritage management and volunteer coordination.
- Strong communication and community engagement skills.
- Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively with diverse groups.
- Knowledge of digital tools for heritage exploration.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Paddington Development Trust is seeking to appoint a passionate Heritage and Volunteer Manager to join our small team at one of London’s most vibrant and unusual arts and heritage venues, Grand Junction at St Mary Magdalene’s.
About Us
Grand Junction at St Mary Magdalene’s, run by Paddington Development Trust, is a highly valued Grade 1 Listed church building. Grand Junction delivers a highly diverse cultural, heritage, and community programme, for local and London-wide audiences. Since launching in 2019, Grand Junction has produced events, concerts, tours, and talks, as well as working with a wide range of external promoters and partners. Ten minutes’ walk from Paddington Station, the building is one of the finest neo-Gothic churches in the country. Grade 1 Listed, it was built in the 1870s by the great Victorian architect G.E Street, who orchestrated the very best artists and craftsmen of the day to produce a masterwork combining architecture, sculpture, stained glass, and a remarkable painted ceiling. It has been lovingly restored and a beautiful new building added alongside, designed by Dow Jones Architects, which provides a café, learning studio and visitor facilities.
The Role
Leading our heritage and volunteer programmes, you will be an instrumental member of the team. Working with volunteers and the local community to deliver an eclectic, high-quality heritage offer and an impactful volunteering experience. Your particular focus will be on the You Are Here project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Across multiple strands, the project focuses on the use of digital outputs to explore the heritage of local community groups, alongside that of our Grade I Listed building and local area. This post is made possible through funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund.
How To Apply
Click on the 'Apply on website' button below to apply online. The closing date for applications is Monday 9th June 2025 at 10am.