The Learning and Engagement Department of the National Galleries of Scotland involves volunteers to help support events across all three sites of the Galleries including activities for adults, children & families, schools, and community groups (including D/deaf and hard of hearing audiences, those with visual impairments and those affected by dementia).

We are looking for Activity Assistant Volunteers to help deliver the Art in the Open | National Galleries of Scotland

Art in the Open is an outdoor pop-up drawing studio which has been running across Edinburgh since 2019. The sessions are run by a freelance artist, with support from volunteers and NGS Learning & Engagement staff.

As an Activity Assistant volunteer, you will help deliver all aspects of this activity including set up and break down around the activity.

What you will be doing

• Chatting with members of the public and inviting them to participate

• Assist the artist with the set up and handing out the materials such as paper and charcoal.

• Tidy up the materials and help pack up the cargo bike used at these workshops at the end of the session.

• Tell members of the public and participants about the NGS programmes.

What is in it for you?

• Take part in a fun, interactive experience in Edinburgh’s beautiful green spaces.

• Work alongside an artist to assist with the delivery of an outdoor workshop.

When and where will the role take place?

Times will be 1-3pm for these afternoon sessions:

• Friday the 30th June – Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

• Friday the 21st July – Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

• Friday the 28th July – Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Please note: this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure

Please note we will accept applications for this opportunity until 2/06/2023, unless enough applications are received at an earlier date.

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