We are very keen to open our doors and welcome volunteers to the Library. Volunteers will be involved in a variety of interesting projects while adding value to the work currently being undertaken by our staff. From time to time we will request specialist support, but for many of our projects all we ask for is enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

 

See our current opportunities

 

See our future opportunities

 

How can you help?

 

Public programmes – opportunities may include guiding visitors around the Library; helping with activities or in our unit at national events, such as the eisteddfodau and the Royal Welsh Show; or supporting our exhibitions by welcoming and responding to enquiries and the needs of the general public.

 

Behind the scenes – often this is the busiest location, where we manage, store and conserve our national collections. You can help to organise and clean items and collections, help to prepare for cataloguing and archiving, create databases, pack objects for preservation, or carry out research, depending on your skills and interests.

 

Distance volunteering – the Library is in the process of developing volunteering opportunities for those who are unable to visit the Library building; in the near future, volunteers from all over Wales and beyond will be able to contribute to our work from their homes or from community centres, such as public libraries.

 

What will you gain from the experience?

 

• Opportunities to develop skills and experience within the heritage sector;
• Appropriate training;
• Meet new friends who share your interests;Support the work of the National Library of Wales;
• Work experience to enhance your CV.

 

 

How to get started

 

See our current opportunities and/or See future opportunities to find a project that appeals to you.  Read the role description carefully, particularly the requirements and commitment.

 

Before you apply to us please consider the following:

• Your reasons for volunteering;
• How volunteering will fit in with your other commitments

 

Having decided which volunteering role best meets your skills and interests please complete the application form.  Normally applicants are informed of the progress of their application by e-mail.

 

Download the application form (.doc)

Download the application form (.pdf)

 

If you can’t find anything that appeals to you from the current opportunities then why not register now for future opportunities, we will then contact you with information on new opportunities as it becomes available.

 

For all enquiries or to register your interest, please contact:

 

Gwyneth Davies, Volunteers’ Co-ordinator
E-mail: gwyneth.davies@llgc.org.uk
Phone: 01970 632991

 

Please bear in mind that the minimum age for volunteering is 18 - but you’re never too old to start!