As a Collections Work Experience Volunteer, you will assist our Collections Officers with tasks that include:

• Data entry using the Modes Complete Collections Management System in line with Spectrum Standards.

• Photographing objects for inclusion in our collections database.

• Monitoring environmental conditions of storerooms using Microsoft Excel and checking pest traps.

• Handling and packing objects according to best practice.

• Moving objects within the museum.

• Accessioning new donations in accordance with our documentation procedures.

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Duration: 2 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday), 3 - 4 months placement (24 days) 

Time: 10am - 4pm 

Renumeration: £1,500 (To receive the full bursary, you must complete 24 sessions over a 3-4 month period)

Location: Watford Museum, Benskin House, 194 High Street, Watford, WD17 2DT (Watford Museum is next door to Watford High Street Station)

How to apply: Please send your CV with a short supporting statement (up to 500 words) to Izabella Kowalewska, Izabella.Kowalewska@watford.gov.uk telling us: what you can bring to the role and how the role will benefit you. We will accept supporting statements in other formats such as film or audio (around 3 minutes). Please contact us in advance if this is your preferred option to discuss format.

 

Applications need to be submitted by Wednesday 30 October 2024 at 11.59pm. 

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​​​​This exciting project is made possible with the generous support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund. We extend a heartfelt thank you to National Lottery players for helping us bring this important project to life.

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