Library Volunteer

This role is part of the Visitor Operations team at Portsmouth Historic Quarter, based in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Here at PHQ, we have a volunteers library containing a collection of books, magazines, journals and DVD'S from which our volunteer team can access to further their knowledge and interest.

Duties

You will be part of a small team of volunteers involved in daily tasks to enhance the library experience and accessibility for the PHQ volunteer team. Tasks will include:

- Indexing our current collection of resources

- Shelving and organising, returning books and other materials to correct shelves

- Maintaining a tidy and organised space

- Assisting library ushers with general enquiries, helping them to find resources

- Processing new or discarded materials and minor stock repair

Adhering to all Health & Safety regulations and requirements

- Maintaining excellent standards of site and personal presentation at all times

Skills

- Minimum 18 years old

- Happy to be a passionate ambassador for Portsmouth Historic Quarter and the Dockyard

- Good communication and interpersonal skills

- Basic level of IT 

- Previous library experience is preferable

- Happy to undertake training