Volunteer at 1435

Welcome Volunteer at 1435 Theatre & Museum 

‘Welcome volunteers add sparkle to every visit and bring Chesterfield’s heritage to life’ 

What’s involved:  

  • Providing a warm and friendly welcome to our visitors at our venue and spaces, and ensuring they have a memorable, and enjoyable visit. 

  • Having great conversations with our visitors, listening to their needs and answering any questions & ensuring everyone feels welcome. 

  • Checking/scanning tickets, directing audience members to their seats, assisting audience members during performances, in the theatre, & helping to maintain flow & safety of the event/show. 

  • monitoring visitor numbers, assisting visitors within the museum spaces and keeping an eye on the collection. 

  • Supporting duty manager/ building controller with evacuation of the building as required in an emergency. 

  • Supporting the promotion of Cultural services opportunities.

  • Time commitment - ideally once per week (4–5hour sessions) or more if you can. 


This role may be for you: 
 

  • If you have a warm and friendly demeanour, love being around people and are a confident communicator.    

  • If you are interested in the history of Chesterfield & heritage and/or theatre (no specific knowledge is expected).

  • If you are punctual, reliable, committed and have great interpersonal & Customer care skills.  


By joining us, you could:
 

  • Be part of a new Volunteer team and be the first to spend time at 1435. 

  • See first-hand the rewarding results of helping visitors have a great time at the theatre & museum. 

  • Share your knowledge & enthusiasm of Chesterfield’s history. 

  • Enjoy new experiences and learn more about Chesterfield’s heritage & arts. 

  • Spend time in our fabulous venue which is packed with history and connect with likeminded people.