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Volunteering

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and have over 30 volunteers at the library, who play a key role in working with the collection, helping visitors and making connections in the local community.

We are keen to hear from anyone who is interested in volunteering yet particularly welcome those who are interested in helping in the following areas.

Collections

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers with an interest in working with archive and library collections to help as part of our collections team to help us manage our large and diverse collection.  Your responsibilities would include cataloguing and documenting items within the collection as well as inputting data into databases. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience working in collections and you will receive support from our experienced librarian and Object Handling Training.

Communications

Are you interested in helping us tell the story of the working class movement? We are looking for support to build better connections with our audience, celebrate the work that we do and inspire people with the stories from our collection. Our communications team are responsible for helping manage our social media and drafting copy for our newsletter. As part of this team, you’ll have an opportunity to explore the archives of the library in researching for our blog and ‘on this day’ social media feature. You will receive a full induction and training and will assist the Engagement and Events Coordinator with the library’s marketing objectives.

Front Desk

Front desk volunteers provide a warm welcome to visitors, offering information about exhibits, events, and membership. They assist with reading room visitors, answer inquiries, and ensure a positive visitor experience. This role involves good communication skills and an interest in working class history.

Tours

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who can help bring the library to life by delivering tours to visitors and groups. Tours allow visitors to learn more about the many objects we have on display, the building itself and our founders, Ruth and Eddie Frow and their motivations for founding the library. Full training will be provided, and no experience is necessary.

If you would like to know more about volunteering at the library then get in touch – volunteering@wcml.org.uk or complete our volunteer registration form.

Volunteer Registration Form

Please complete the following form, as the information provided is necessary for us to ensure that you can volunteer at the WCML safely. We have asked some questions which are optional, which we would appreciate if you did answer so that we can build up a better picture of who our volunteers are. All information will be safely secured and only shared amongst WCML staff. You can request that we delete the information we hold on you at any time. Please read our Privacy Policy for more information on your rights. https://www.wcml.org.uk/privacy-policy/

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Name*
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What area are you interested in volunteering in?*
Please note that we may not need more volunteers in your preferred area at this time.
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Would you like to be added to our volunteer group email list? We use this to contact volunteers for general news and volunteer opportunities.
Please let us know the days and times you are typically available to volunteer. Please note that the library is usually closed on Mondays and weekends.*
The library is open to volunteers from 10AM-4PM Tuesday - Friday.

 

 

 

The library is also seeking volunteers for our community gardening project, Roots of Resistance. 

 

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