Be the friendly face of Aspex Portsmouth! As a Front of House Volunteer, you’ll welcome visitors, spark conversations about our exhibitions, and help create a warm, inspiring gallery experience.
Aspex is a free contemporary visual arts organisation and registered charity based in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth. Showcasing the work of emerging artists, Aspex has a changing programme of exhibitions, artist support activities, and participatory projects and workshops.
In this role, you will:
- Greet visitors and help them feel welcome
- Chat about exhibitions and share information
- Assist with shop sales
- Help keep the space looking great and running smoothly
- Lend a hand with light admin and creative prep tasks
- Assist with occasional events
This is a relaxed, people-focused role, perfect for anyone who likes art, is comfortable working independently, and enjoys creating positive experiences for others.
Don't forget you can add up any volunteering hours as part of Team 100 Opportunity - Hive Portsmouth or part of the Donate 100 things challenge Opportunity
Skills
This role would suit you if you are:
- Friendly and approachable
- Interested in art and creativity
- A confident communicator
- Comfortable with basic IT (e.g. email, simple retail sales)
- Comfortable working independently in a calm, relaxed environment
Details
- Minimum time commitment (e.g. 3 months, 6 months etc)
A minimum commitment of 3 months on one regular day each week - Over 18 years only
- Will require references
One professional and one character reference required
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
"We’re open Wednesday–Sunday, with two volunteers shifts each day: Morning: 10:30am – 1:30pm Afternoon: 1:00pm – 4:00pm We’d love to hear from anyone interested in volunteering at any of these times. That said, at the moment we’re especially keen to welcome volunteers who can help out on: Thursday mornings Friday afternoons Saturday afternoons We’re also happy to have two volunteers on a shift, so if another time suits you better, please still get in touch!"
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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