Volunteer Archive Assistant
Dr Jenner's House
Assist Museum Manager with basic archival functions such as processing, preservation and reference.
Dr Jenner’s House and Garden is an accredited historic house museum and small heritage visitor attraction. The museum is located in the Grade II* listed former Queen Anne home of Dr Edward Jenner, the pioneer of smallpox vaccination, in the historic town of Berkeley, Gloucestershire. There is an ongoing project to review the important archive. Duties may include but are not limited to: • Photocopying and filing • Maintain proper care and maintenance of all documents handled • Create finding aids • Data entry • Stamping of documents • Prepare material for preservation work
Administration,IT, Technology & Websites
Admin, Basic IT skills - internet & email, Conservation, Organising & Planning, Reading & Writing, Research
An Interest in heritage Willingness to learn about the work of the museum and story of Jenner Use of computer programs such as word and Excel Customer Service Experience Good team player A strong sense of pride in work outputs Reliability, flexibility and adaptability Sense of Humour
All volunteers are entitled to a 10% discount in the museum shop.
c.4 hours per week
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