Sheffield General Cemetery Trust

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Sheffield General Cemetery is a wonderful Victorian park where history and heritage (with impressive buildings and monuments) meets conservation and...

Cemetery Event Volunteer

From 05 Jul 2023

Love listening to live bands or music but also want to volunteer your time. We may have the perfect role for you. The Samuel Worth Chapel, in Sheffield General Cemetery, is becoming a great spot for bands to play. We need volunteers to help on the bar during these nights. If you don't mind a late night then this role is perfect.

Sheffield General Cemetery is a valuable green space in the heart of the City. Our site is of unique historical importance, contains 87,000 burials, is a haven for wildlife and a tranquil place for all to enjoy. Being able to hire out the Grade II* listed Non-Conformist chapel in the heart of the cemetery, as well as our Airbnb beautiful Grade II* gatehouse flat is bringing in income which enables us to support the conservation and heritage work done by our volunteers who work in partnership with the city council.  We are a registered charity and company run by a board of Trustees.
There are lots of different events taking place at Sheffield General Cemetery throughout the year. The Samuel Worth Chapel is a great unique space in the centre of the Cemetery where varied events take place. These include exhibitions, post punk music nights, films, children's craft activities, poetry readings, recitals by choirs, weddings, history and heritage talks. We also hold conservation events within the Cemetery. 
Sheffield General Cemetery is looking for volunteers who can help at these events and task may include 
Helping to prepare – moving tables, putting up information and signage, setting up trails, putting up gazebos, preparing craft activities
Providing a warm friendly welcome to all visitors, answering any questions, and encouraging people to get involved
Running stalls, assisting with activities
Ticket selling
Using electronic payment systems
Overseeing family activities
Serving refreshments in our cafe 
Working on our bar 
Stewarding – checking tickets, directing visitors
Encouraging visitors to complete feedback forms 
Clearing up after events – taking down gazebos, packing away tables, moving equipment, clearing signage, litter picking 

Whether you're looking to add to your cv or simply to enjoy something new we will offer you a worthwhile and enjoyable volunteering experience with support from our board of trustees, paid staff and existing team of volunteers.

Overview of Project

Sheffield General Cemetery is a valuable green space in the heart of the City. Our site is of unique historical importance, contains 87,000 burials, is a haven for wildlife and a tranquil place for all to enjoy. Being able to hire out the Grade II* listed Non-Conformist chapel in the heart of the cemetery, as well as our Airbnb beautiful Grade II* gatehouse flat is bringing in income which enables us to support the conservation and heritage work done by our volunteers who work in partnership with the city council. We are a registered charity and company run by a board of Trustees.

This Role Involves

Serving behind the bar, Washing glasses, Providing a warm friendly welcome to the customers Using electronic payment systems Stewarding – checking tickets, directing visitors Clearing up

Location

Sheffield General Cemetery S11 8NT

Skills/Experience Required

Friendly, positive, love interacting with the public, Confident Good organisational skills Flexibility Encouraging Can do attitude Physically fit – (sometimes you may be on your feet for long periods of time) Like a variety of tasks Reliability You don’t need any qualifications or specific experience as we will give clear instructions and any necessary training but if you do have experience of events or customer service that would be brilliant.

Benefits to Others

By holding events, especially at the Samual Worth Chapel, it allows more people to familiarise themselves with Sheffield General Cemetery and the wonderful landscape, heritage and wildlife. Sheffield General Cemetery is a fantastic GradeII* listed landscape as well as an nationally important heritage landscape. Ensuring the work of the Trust continues, helps ensure the Cemetery's future.

Benefits to the Volunteer

Out of pocket travel expenses. Clear roles and instructions Encouragement and thanks Join a friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team – get to know new people Enjoyment and fun Experience of working with a heritage and conservation charity Being part of a local organisation Learn more about the history of Sheffield General Cemetery

Role Duration

Events are held most weekend and sometimes in the week and last around 4 hours. We will need a team of volunteers to ensure that these continue

Time Commitment (hours Per week/month/year, etc)

ad hoc

Training Information

A briefing is always given before each event. Volunteer handbook is made available First Aid Training is also offered on a course when available.

Expenses Information

Out of pocket travel expenses

DBS required?

No
  • Academic Course RelevanceEvents Management
  • Area of InterestEvents
  • Roles suitable for Hallam StaffThis role is suitable for Hallam Staff

Employability skills

  • Event Management 0
  • Team Work 0
  • People Skills 0