Invitation to Tender: Fundraising Consultant –  St Osyth Priory & Parish Trust

Submission of Tenders: 2nd October 2025
Fee available: £32,500 excl. VAT in Development Phase; Delivery Phase (funding dependant)

St Osyth Priory & Parish Trust is currently in the Development Phase of a project funded by a Community Enterprise grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund which will focus on the redevelopment of the Tithe Barn and Old Dairy and into hireable wedding, event and community spaces. St Osyth Priory and Parish Trust wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and highly experienced Fundraising Consultant to work on the Development Phase if this project.

Working closely with the Board of Trustees and the Project Manager, this role will include supporting a range of projects across a wide spectrum of fundraising mechanisms including: donor engagement and development; fundraising in line with the strategic objectives; community fundraising; events; commercial marketing and creating any Gift Aid opportunities from events. Collaboration with the Project Manager for the fundraising strategy and implementation will be required to ensure that funding is in place to support the capital programme, rollout the supporting activity plans and the day-to-day running of the Trust. You will also be required to support funder reporting and the development (writing and submission) of the Delivery Phase Application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund. SOPPT need to raise approximately £850K in match funding (excl. volunteer hours and in kind support) from a variety of sources, for example Trusts and Foundations, Individuals and Corporates. This needs to be in place or underwritten by the time the Delivery Phase application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund which will be submitted in August 2025.

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Tender submission deadline: 2nd October

Invitation to Tender: Principal Contractor – Bourne Town Hall Trust

Project: Bourne Town Hall Restoration & Refurbishment Project.
Estimated contract sum: Circa £2m (Excl. VAT – Estimated construction cost to be confirmed).
Form of contract: JCT 2016 Intermediate Contract (with Contractors Design).

Chana Projects are working with The Bourne Town Hall Trust who are seeking to appoint a Principal Contractor to deliver a programme of restoration and refurbishment works to the historical (Grade II listed) Bourne Town Hall in Bourne, Lincolnshire.

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Tender submission deadline: 12 noon 3rd October 2025

Project Officer (Leith Custom House Museum Project) – Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

Job Title: Project Officer
Reports To: Project Manager
Salary: £34,000 pa
Hours: 35 hours per week, fixed term one year, with likely extension depending on funding
Location: Custom House, Leith with flexible home working

Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT) is a Charity and Building Preservation Trust (BPT) with almost 50 years’ experience saving derelict and redundant buildings throughout the whole of Scotland. They strive to be dynamic and innovative in their approach, constantly seeking new ways to solve myriad challenges which the historic built environment faces, as well as seizing the many (and more numerous) opportunities offered in an ever-changing world to make heritage relevant to all. Their Projects team are at the forefront of their activities.

As Project Officer (Leith Custom House Museum Project), you will be responsible for the Trust’s flagship Leith Custom House project. Working with the Project Managers and Director, you will help co-ordinate their activities to restore one of the city’s most significant historic buildings, adapting it to become fully accessible and a central part of Leith’s civic identity following an exciting design concept developed with Richard Murphy Architects.

You will lead on the development of an innovative new digital museum concept – the first fully digital museum in the UK – which will allow for digitised Cultural Heritage Objects to be curated into any number of exhibitions, as well as providing one of the first spaces fully adapted to the display of digitally-created artworks.

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Application deadline: Monday, 6 October, 9:00 am

Apply with CV and covering letter to: info@shbt.org.uk

Project Officer (Bernat Klein Studio) – Scottish Historic Buildings Trust

Job Title: Project Officer
Reports To: Project Manager
Salary: £34,000 pa
Hours: 35 hours per week, fixed term one year with likely extension depending on funding
Location: Flexible with home working, hot desking available at Riddle’s Court, Edinburgh / Custom House, Leith, and frequent site visits

Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT) is a Charity and Building Preservation Trust (BPT) with almost 50 years’ experience saving derelict and redundant buildings throughout the whole of Scotland. They strive to be dynamic and innovative in their approach, constantly seeking new ways to solve myriad challenges which the historic built environment faces, as well as seizing the many (and more numerous) opportunities offered in an ever-changing world to make heritage relevant to all. Their Projects team are at the forefront of their activities.

The Project Officer (Bernat Klein Studio) role will support the delivery of the first phase of our recently acquired Bernat Klein Studio (1972) by Peter Womersley between Galashiels and Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. As part of a coalition with National Trust for Scotland and Bernat Klein Foundation – Bernat Klein Studio Coalition – SHBT is undertaking the restoration of this unique piece of Scotland’s architectural heritage of the twentieth century. Working with the Project Manager and Director, you will be responsible for overseeing a package of essential works to this category A building at risk, develop a detailed project plan, including the procurement of a Design Team, and lead on drafting major funding applications to National Lottery Heritage Fund and other key funders to complete the project.

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Application deadline: Monday, 6th October, 9:00 am

Apply with CV and covering letter to: info@shbt.org.uk

Curatorial Officer – Kempton Steam Museum

Contract: Fixed term, 2 years, part time, 1 day per week, 8 hours

Salary:£5,600 per annum (1 day per week, 8 hours), equivalent to £28,000 pro rata

Kempton Steam Museum, operated by Kempton Great Engines Trust, is home to the world’s largest operational triple-expansion steam engine, which supplied water to much of London until 1980. Our project, Kempton: Clean Water for Life – reaching a wider audience, is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we aim to transform Kempton Steam Museum’s engagement with visitors and the local community, while enhancing support for volunteers and care of collections.

The part-time Curatorial Officer will be responsible for the museum’s curatorial activities, with a specific focus on achieving the required collection management standards for Museum Accreditation with the Arts Council by August 2026. This will include developing curatorial policies following Spectrum guidelines. There will also be opportunities to develop interpretive materials to enhance visitor understanding and appreciation of the triple expansion engines and our collections, to foster relationships with local communities and to provide training and support to volunteers on collections management and interpretation. A full role profile is available.

As part of this project we are also recruiting a Museum Operations & Project Manager (two days per week) and a Volunteer Coordinator (two days per week). The Curatorial Officer will report to the Museum Operations & Project Manager.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a passionate volunteer-led organisation and help shape the future of a remarkable industrial heritage site. Further details at Vacancy – Curatorial Officer – Kempton Steam Museum

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering statement (max. 500 words) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to Valerie Mills at companysecretary@kemptonsteam.org

Deadline: 12 noon on the 6th October

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 9th October with interviews in person at Kempton Steam Museum on 15th or 16th October.

Volunteer Coordinator – Kempton Steam Museum

Contract: Fixed term, 2 years, part time 2 days per week, 16 hours

Salary: £11,200 per annum , equivalent to £28,000 pro rata

Kempton Steam Museum, operated by Kempton Great Engines Trust, is home to the world’s largest operational triple-expansion steam engine, which supplied water to much of London until 1980. Our project, Kempton: Clean Water for Life – reaching a wider audience, is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we aim to transform Kempton Steam Museum’s engagement with visitors and the local community, while enhancing support for volunteers and care of collections.

The part-time Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting, training, and coordinating the volunteers who support the museum’s operations, engineering activities and visitor experience. They will develop documentation including a volunteer agreement, handbook and role profiles and ensure that volunteers are effectively integrated into the museum’s activities and that their contributions are recognised and valued. A full role profile is available.

As part of this project we are also recruiting a Museum Operations & Project Manager (two days per week) and a Curatorial Assistant (one day per week). The Volunteer Coordinator will report to the Museum Operations & Project Manager.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a passionate volunteer-led organisation and help shape the future of a remarkable industrial heritage site. Further details at Vacancy – Volunteer Coordinator – Kempton Steam Museum

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering statement (max. 500 words) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to Valerie Mills at companysecretary@kemptonsteam.org

Deadline: 12 noon on the 6th October

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 9th October with interviews in person at Kempton Steam Museum on 15th or 16th October.

Heritage Engagement Manager – SAVE Britain’s Heritage

Hours: Full-time (5 days per week). Open to discussing a 4-day week on a pro rata basis for the right candidate
Salary: £35-38,000 per annum (depending on experience; pro rata if part-time)

SAVE Britain’s Heritage is looking for a proactive and collaborative Heritage Engagement Manager to strengthen our support for communities campaigning to save historic buildings.

You’ll take the lead in developing and managing SAVE’s public-facing resources — including the Buildings at Risk Register, ACT NOW! Toolkit and Building of the Month — ensuring they are accessible, impactful and widely used. A key part of the role is working directly with community campaigners, volunteers and students, providing advice and support to help them run effective campaigns, and sharing success stories across SAVE’s networks.

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How to apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) explaining how you meet the person specification to Leigh Stanford office@savebritainsheritage.org.
For an informal discussion or queries about the position, please get in touch with Henrietta Billings at henrietta.billings@savebritainsheritage.org.

Deadline: Friday 3rd October
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 13th October

Social Media and Digital Officer – SAVE Britain’s Heritage

Hours: Full-time (5 days per week). Open to discussing a 4-day week on a pro rata basis for the right candidate
Salary: £30-34,000 per annum (depending on experience, pro rata if part-time)

SAVE Britain’s Heritage is looking for a creative and proactive Social Media and Digital Officer to lead our digital presence at a pivotal time in our campaigning work.

You’ll lead on SAVE’s  social media channels (Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Bluesky), digital campaigns, and email communications. A key part of the role is content creation – helping us tell SAVE’s story in compelling ways that grow our audiences and build engagement.
Working closely with their small team — and reporting to their  Editorial & Communications Manager— you’ll also deliver digital campaigns to support events and subscriber growth. You’ll manage the monthly Bulletin via Mailchimp, update SAVE’s website, track performance using Google Analytics and explore new partnerships to extend our reach.

SAVE are looking for someone with proven experience in social media and digital marketing strategy, hands-on content creation, and email/newsletter campaigns. Skills in analytics, SEO and CMS systems are also important.

This is a hands-on role with real creative freedom in a high-profile national charity. If you’re excited by the chance to create and deliver digital content that makes a difference for Britain’s historic buildings, SAVE would love to hear from you.

Read the full job description

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) explaining how you meet the person specification to Leigh Stanford office@savebritainsheritage.org.

For an informal discussion or queries about the position, please get in touch with Elizabeth Hopkirk at elizabeth.hopkirk@savebritainsheritage.org

Deadline: Friday 3rd October
Interviews Week beginning Monday 20th October

Trainee Wall Painting Conservator – Cliveden Conservation

Contract Type: 22 weeks
Location: Nottingham Cathedral
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £13 per hour, £10,725.00 value

This traineeship offers recent conservation graduates and early career conservators an exciting opportunity to join Cliveden Conservation’s team and work with them on the Delivery Phase of the Restoring Pugin project. Working with their highly experienced and dedicated team of wall painting conservators, you will gain invaluable practical experience and learn the skills and techniques
required to pursue a career in the specialism.

Please read through the job description and send your CV and cover letter the following email.
harrietsharman@clivedenconservation.com

Star Date: 29th September 2025

Project Development Officer – Comisiwn Brenhinol Henebion Cymru/Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales

Contract Type: 15 month fixed
Location: 2 days minimum in office, flexible working arrangements will be considered
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £29,657 to £33,748 per annum (plus benefits)

‘Capeli Cymru: Preserving the Nonconformist Heritage of Wales’ is a project to quantify, understand, and address the loss of heritage associated with Welsh nonconformity. Funding has been obtained from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for a Development Phase of 15 months to carry out data gathering and stakeholder engagement work to inform an application for a subsequent Delivery Phase project of three years.

The Project Development Officer will play a key role in delivering the Development Phase requirement for a national census of nonconformist chapels in Wales. This will include the collection, collation, and analysis of data on the number of chapels open for religious worship and their current levels of sustainability, as well as the number of chapels which have closed and their current status. The Project Development Officer will also work alongside the Project Development Manager on the engagement of external stakeholders and the public, including promotional and social media activities.

The role will involve working with stakeholders from varying sectors and backgrounds, as well as with Royal Commission staff working on the existing in-house Chapels Project. It will support the Project Development Manager in undertaking administrative, reporting, and monitoring tasks of the project.

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For an informal discussion about this post please contact:

Susan Fielding susan.fielding@rcahmw.gov.uk or 01970 621219 or 07849 908806

Application deadline: 17:00 21st September 2025

Project Development Manager – Comisiwn Brenhinol Henebion Cymru/Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales

Contract Type: 15 month fixed
Location: 2 days minimum in office, flexible working arrangements will be considered
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £35,787 to £43,758 (plus benefits)

‘Capeli Cymru: Preserving the Nonconformist Heritage of Wales’ is a project to quantify, understand, and address the loss of heritage associated with Welsh nonconformity. Funding has been obtained from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for a Development Phase of 15 months to carry out data gathering and stakeholder engagement work to inform an application for a subsequent Delivery Phase project of three years.

The Project Development Manager, in conjunction with Royal Commission staff, will play a key role in defining the Delivery Phase application in addition to delivering the outputs of the Development Phase project including the administrative, governance, reporting and evaluation tasks required. It will involve working with stakeholders from varying sectors and backgrounds, as well as with Royal Commission staff working on the existing in-house Chapels Project. The Project Development Manager will be assisted by, and responsible for, the Project Development Officer.

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For an informal discussion about this post please contact:

Susan Fielding susan.fielding@rcahmw.gov.uk or 01970 621219 or 07849 908806

Application deadline: 17:00 21st September 2025

Invitation to Tender – Fundraising Consultant: The Culture Trust

Fee: £16,000 Fully inclusive of all costs and expenses.
Duration 5-months (Sept/Oct 2025 – Early 2026)

The Culture Trust are seeking a freelance, part-time Fundraiser to provide specialist services. This includes the production of a fundraising plan, activity in making funding applications and advice on future fundraising functions.

The Consultant shall deliver the following requirements of the brief;

• Production of an 18-month fundraising plan. To research and develop a fundraising strategy and delivery plan that focusses on Museums and collections, community engagement, conservation and organisational resilience.
• Fundraising from October 2025 to the end of January 2026. The consultant shall develop and write funding applications, as per the approved plan throughout the contract term.
• The production of a business case/cost benefit to introduce a new and permanent fundraising function. The fundraising consultant shall undertake a cost/benefit analysis and likely income/yield to build a case for a new dedicated fundraising function for the Trust.
• A refreshed donations strategy to increase giving over the Christmas period. To advise on how the trust can promote the giving of public donations at collection points at Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown Museum and online. The Marketing Manager shall support this work.

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Submissions deadline: midday 21st September 2025

Activity Plan Consultant: The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust (RBET)

Budget: up to £30,000 inclusive of VAT and expenses

Contract: October 2025 – April 2026

The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust (RBET) is seeking an experienced and creative consultant to develop a comprehensive Activity Plan to support our Delivery Stage submission to The National Lottery Heritage Fund. This work is essential to realising our transformative vision for Ellisland Museum and Farm, the only home built by Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns.

Read the full job description here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:EU:ffbb7b02-9eb7-4118-a9c4-7b19f11a4f59

Submission Requirements

Please include:

● CV and evidence of relevant past work

● A proposal (max 6 pages) outlining your methodology, timeline and approach

● Fee breakdown

● Two references

Tenders and questions should be submitted to:

Joan McAlpine

Project Director

Robert Burns Ellisland Trust

ellislandbusinessmanager@gmail.com

Tel 01387 740426

Application deadline: 22nd September 2025

Philanthropy Manager: Architectural Heritage Fund

18 months (January 2026-June 2027)

£45,000 p.a., pro rata (c.£36,000 for 0.8 FTE) plus 8% pension contributions

Hybrid but with expectation of being in the central London office at least once per week.

The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) is currently seeking a Philanthropy Manager to lead the development of a regular giving and legacy programme at the AHF, and to support the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO in the development and management of a major gifts programme during the AHF’s 50th Anniversary campaign, with the possibility for a continued role thereafter. The post holder will be responsible for developing systems to monitor and increase the number of regular and legacy donors to the AHF, including stewardship opportunities, and will assist in prospect research, qualifying, cultivating, and stewarding major donors.

AHF are looking for a candidate with at least five years of experience in fundraising at a charity or educational institution, including at least three years of front-line engagement with supporters. They must be knowledgeable about the processes and legislation surrounding UK fundraising, including data protection, and be a pro-active leader, with demonstrably excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills. Excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of collaborative work with external partners is essential. They should also have a demonstrable interest in and commitment to the AHF’s mission – to help deliver a sustainable future for historic buildings throughout the UK through community enterprise – as well as a commitment to achieving beneficial social outcomes through heritage.

For a full job description please click here.

Please submit a CV and covering letter (up to two sides A4) to ahf@ahfund.org.uk, by email.

Application deadline: 25th September 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 29th September 2025

Trustees: The Victor Murphy Trust

The Victor Murphy Trust is seeking trustees with professional expertise/experience in the following areas, who believe that their skills will contribute to the strong and effective governance and growth of this small charity:

• Fundraising or philanthropy
• Digital/data/design
• Interaction with public bodies in the field of Fine Art or Education
• Acquisition of public buildings or architecture/building management

The estimated time commitment is around 30 hours over the course of a year, including helping during trust exhibitions and for fundraising activities. The board meets when required and plans from 2026 to have a strategy day one afternoon a year based around the Trustee’s Annual General Meeting. Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term, with a maximum of 2 terms.

Salary and benefits: Unpaid, travel expenses will be reimbursed if needed and where necessary.

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Download the application form

To apply, please complete the application form, providing a statement outlining your previous experience, your knowledge and what you would like to gain from the experience. Please also include contact details for a referee and a copy of your CV. Applications should be submitted to kozo.hoshino@virginmedia.com.

Deadline for applications: 17^th October 2025

Interviews beginning: November 2025 through to December 2025

Volunteers: Middleton Hall

Secure your place in history!  Middleton Hall are looking for volunteers to join their team.

The Hall, gardens and grounds have been lovingly restored by their team of dedicated volunteers since 1980. They are always keen to welcome new enthusiastic people to help take care of their unique historic house and gardens and help open its doors to more visitors.

Join their friendly volunteer team and share your existing experience and skills or learn new skills while you work in a beautiful setting. Want to volunteer at a heritage and horticultural site in the Midlands, then look no further! They offer a wide variety of volunteering opportunities – gardening, tea room, visitor experience, events, living history reenactment, bookshop and so much more !

To find out how you can make a difference and join the team, visit their website https://www.middleton-hall.co.uk/volunteer or
contact enquiries@middleton-hall.co.uk

Trustees: SAVE Britain’s Heritage

SAVE Britain’s Heritage are recruiting new voluntary trustees to join them in their 50th anniversary year and help safeguard SAVE’s mission to protect historic buildings. Their trustees guide and support their work, ensuring they can continue to champion repair and reuse.

SAVE is a national charity which campaigns for the retention and reuse of historic buildings. Founded in 1975, some of their most notable campaigns include those for Smithfield Market, Wentworth Woodhouse, and the flagship Marks and Spencer store on Oxford Street. Their campaigns frequently bring together local groups, the media, architects and engineers to give buildings a second chance. They also run a Buildings at Risk register and host regular events promoting the protection and enjoyment of the historic environment. It is an exciting and busy time to join them, in the middle of a range of special events and activities to mark their 50th year; they are hosting events up and down the country, and their Buildings at Risk register was recently made free to access for everyone.

They’re looking for people who can:

• Offer their professional experience, knowledge and skills to further their mission
• Advocate for and promote SAVE’s work within their networks
• Commit to a three-year appointment term, with the possibility of extension

They’d particularly welcome applications from people with skills in:

• Campaigning and press
• Marketing
• Legal expertise
• Strategic planning and creative thinking

Previous trustee experience is not required. They are particularly interested in receiving applications from people whose identities and experiences are underrepresented in the heritage sector.

For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact Leigh Stanford at office@savebritainsheritage.org.

Please see the application pack for full details and how to apply.

Application deadline: Friday 3rd October.

Interviews will take place in the week commencing 27th October.

CIC Co-Director: Open Arms Kington (OAK)

Contract type: Voluntary, expenses paid

Contract period: Open-ended/Permanent

Open Arms Kington is looking for additional directors for our Community Interest
Company. This is an exciting voluntary role and an important moment to join us as
we work towards achieving the full restoration of The Oxford Arms as a community
hub serving the people of Kington.

Download the full role description from OAK’s website: https://www.openarmskington.co.uk/opportunities

Closing date: 30th November 2025

Northern Ireland Committee Members: Heritage Network

Heritage Network has 41 members located throughout Northern Ireland ranging from building preservation trusts managing several properties to small community organisations based in historic buildings. We work closely with the Architectural Heritage Fund, Ulster Architectural Heritage Society and other community and heritage groups, the Northern Ireland Executive and local authorities.

Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we have recently employed a part-time Development and Outreach Officer for Northern Ireland, Martina Byrne and wish to refresh our Northern Ireland Committee.

The role of the Committee 

The Heritage Network has national committees for each of the four nations of the UK. Our Northern Ireland Committee is one of those. National committees are advisory bodies to the board and staff. The role consists of:

• Developing a plan for the Network’s work within their nation.

• Advising the board regarding how the objectives of the Network can be achieved in their nation

• Advising senior management regarding the operating context in their nation and how the work of the Network should be delivered

• Helping facilitate discussion regarding the policies of devolved Governments (and the policies and practices of other national bodies and partnerships) to help the Network decide its position on policy issues and the extent to which it wishes to engage with them or participate in networks and partnerships.

• Supporting the board in selection of a representative director for their nation to sit on the UK Heritage Network Board, as a Trustee and Director of the Charity

• Guiding and supporting the work of the representative director on the board

• Guiding and supporting any staff dedicated to that nation (e.g. Development and Outreach Officers and Heritage Trainees) and receiving reports from them.

• Undertaking tasks as volunteers to support the work of the Network, such as making contacts, speaking on behalf of the Network, representing the Network at forums and networks.

Commitment

Membership of Northern Ireland committee will be for a term of three years, extendable for a further period of three years. Exceptionally this might be extended for up to three years (for example to allow a representative director to complete their period on the Board).

The Committee will meet quarterly, generally online but with opportunities sought for one in-person meeting per year (perhaps by aligning it with an in-person Network event). One meeting a year, usually in March, April or May, will be an annual review meeting, looking back at achievements of the previous (financial) year and planning for the one ahead.

Why we are recruiting

The Northern Ireland Committee currently consists of three people drawn from members, funders and other professionals working in the field. Our newly ratified National Committees policy sets out terms for national committees which we will meet through recruitment to the current committee.

Our approach to National Committee recruitment

We try to ensure a mix of National Committee members, some from within the Network’s membership and some who can bring a fresh perspective from elsewhere in the private, voluntary and public sectors. We value committee members who can make a creative contribution to discussions around the ambitions of the Network and the challenges it faces.

Like many heritage organisations we face challenges around diversity and inclusion. However, the Board and staff team are committed to meaningful change and to inspire change in our members. We want to diversify the committee, so it properly represents all the communities in Northern Ireland.

The membership of national committees should include:

• Representatives of different sizes, types and classes of member

• A gender balance

• Representatives of major funders

• People from different geographical areas of the nation

• At least one young person (under 30)

Recruitment & How to apply 

Open, informal recruitment has begun for Northern Ireland Committee members with the closing date of 5pm on Wednesday 17^th September 2025

To apply to be on the committee, please send an email introducing yourself, with some information about your current role and experience to Martina: Martina@heritagenetwork.org.uk

You may then be asked for your availability for an informal chat about the role, followed by an invitation to attend the next committee meeting. Following the meeting, you and the committee will be asked for feedback and so long as there are no immediate issues or conflicts of interest you will be invited to join the committee, with your term beginning at the next Northern Ireland Committee meeting you attend.

Note: if we receive a high number of applications, this process may need to be revised, which we will inform applicants of at the earliest possible time

Application deadline: 5pm on Wednesday 17^th September 2025

Assorted Volunteers: Ramsgate Historic Quarter Scheme

The Ramsgate Historic Quarter Scheme are looking for a range of volunteers to join their team.

They’re looking for volunteers to help with Captain Abbott’s Garden, with their traditional lighting scheme, for their heritage building skills workshops and to raise money for a permanent school.

They need a historical researcher to find out more about the sea captains who lived in the area as well as their international trading partners and for their campaign to trace the lost architectural treasures of Ramsgate.

And finally, a tech creative to run their digital design, social media and website.

To apply contact info@ramsgatehistoricquarter.org

Treasurer – Gracemount Mansion Development Trust

Gracemount Mansion are at an exciting stage in their project and need an enthusiastic Treasurer to come on board.    

They are looking for someone who has either previously held a Treasurer role or who has a background in Finance and would like the opportunity to take on a Treasurer role, by way of a Trustee position on the Board. 

You’ll be joining a Board of many talents. All the Trustees have a passion to drive forward the Gracemount Mansion project which is at the first phases of the redevelopment programme.  This will see the repair and redevelopment of Gracemount Mansion House, a B listed building, to its former glory for the benefit of the community. 

 Trustee commitment 

The commitment of our Trustees is that we ask you to attend our formal quarterly Trustee meetings (often held in the evening), an AGM and a max of two strategy workshops a year.  Some of our other Trustees chair sub-committees e.g. Property and Planning; Finance and Funding etc. 

Treasurer commitment 

We would ask the Treasurer to chair the finance and funding committee, held at a time that is convenient for you. 

Other requirements would see you being a signatory on the bank account, presenting the financials at our AGM, and if you really want to get totally involved helping oversee the monthly booking process and other key financial matters e.g. liaising on VAT matters, donation and gift aid tracking etc 

To find out more about Gracemount Mansion and the role visit their website: https://gracemountmansion.com/vacancies

Trustees: Archbishop’s Palace Conservation Trust

Trustees – Various Roles: Gracemount Mansion Development Trust

Trustees: Banana Enterprise Network

Trustees: Sudbury Gasworks Restoration Trust

Volunteer Tour Guides: Sir John Moore Foundation

1. Opening the museum for visitors on Sunday afternoons
2. Maintain effective records and carry out relevant administrative tasks.
3. Keeping the museum clean and tidy, ready for the following week.

1. Good communication and organisation skills
2. Excellent attention to detail
3. Interest in the heritage and history of Appleby Magna, Sir Christopher Wren, Sir John Moore, or education.

Volunteers: Norwegian Church Arts Centre

The Norwegian Church Arts Centre is currently seeking to appoint volunteers for a variety of roles to contribute towards the success of the Norwegian Church Heritage Research and Outreach project. The roles we are currently seeking volunteers for are…
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Gallery Welcome Hosts: The Gallery Welcome Hosts will play a crucial part in promoting the history of the church and the heritage work being carried out by the team at the Norwegian Church Arts Centre, particularly when their semi-permanent exhibition is on show in the Dahl-Oriel Gallery, or they have internally organised exhibitions. The Gallery Welcome Hosts will be situated in the gallery to help and answer visitors’ questions, invigilate exhibitions, and track visitor numbers. They will also contribute to the registration of guests and speakers at conferences and heritage-related events.

Educational Facilitators: Volunteers in this role will help organise the church’s educational, craft, and community engagement activities.

Research Assistants: The Research Assistants will help the Historian and Outreach Officer in researching and producing information focused on the Norwegian Church Arts Centre and the Norwegian Seamen’s Mission in the United Kingdom. They will also help maintain the project’s digital Open Science Framework site. The Research Assistants can be based remotely, checking in with the Historian and Outreach Officer when required.

Newsletter Sub Editors: The Newsletter Sub Editors will contribute to the development and editing of a new newsletter – ‘Friends of the Norwegian Church’. The publication will include information about the Art Centre’s heritage work, community events, and updates about other activities at the Norwegian Church. They will report to the Editor of the newsletter, the Historian and Outreach Officer.
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These voluntary roles provide excellent opportunities to gain experience working in a thriving cultural venue in the heart of Cardiff Bay. If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact thomas@norwegianchurchcardiff.com with any queries you may have or to register your interest.

Trustee: Middleton Hall and Gardens

Middleton Hall is a grade 2*listed building and Garden situated in North Warwickshire, run by a board of Trustees and a large team of volunteers and full-time staff.

They are looking to add to their board of Trustees and are seeking individuals with experience of any of the following areas:

• The role of Treasurer
• Organisational development,
• Fundraising in third sector organisations,
• Grounds and garden development,
• Conservation and land management
• Qualified chartered accountant / financial qualifications and experience
• Human resource systems,
• Strategic management in public sector organisations.

The Trustee will be part of a Board of experienced personnel managing the Middleton Hall Charitable Trust and reinforcing its effectiveness as a not-for-profit heritage site. Trustees will also be members of the Board Sub Committees which oversee the human resource processes, the finance position, strategic planning, and tenant’s issues.

Board meetings are approximately every two months, and are held in the evening with occasional addition sessions for strategic planning updates.

Potential Trustees are encouraged to work with them by attending Board meetings, for a maximum of three months, before a final decision is made as to the preferred long-term role with the organisation.

Contact pat.collins@middleton-hall.co.uk

Trustees: Robert Burns Ellisland Trust

The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust is recruiting to its board of trustees, including a Chair of the Board.  These appointments are critical to strengthen and develop the trust at an exciting time in its history. The Trust are moving forward as a newly accredited museum and embarking on an ambitious plan to develop the heritage site as a cultural destination of international significance. This will require the Trust to raise significant funds, support the maintenance and development of the farm buildings and collection and monitor and manage a major capital project.

The Chair provides leadership to the Board and Executive Team, harnessing and directing the Trustees’ efforts in support of the Ellisland’s wide-ranging conservation, learning and engagement activities. This is a crucial time for the Trust as they prepare for a significant capital redevelopment of the site of Ellisland Farm. The new Chair will help them to develop the Ellisland Farm’s future strategy, navigating the opportunities and challenges of the coming years and building upon our previous track record of success. They will be a strategic thinker, a creative communicator and have an unwavering commitment to the heritage of Robert Burns and his wife Jean Armour, in a spirit of equality, diversity and inclusion. A key focus for the Chair over the next five to eight years will be fundraising and the completion of the capital redevelopment and development of their new Business Plan for 2023 and beyond. They will also be recruiting for additional Trustees during the course of 2023 and the Chair will lead on this exciting chance to expand the skillset and representation at Board level.

• Key Responsibilities
• Strategic Leadership and Advocacy
• Develop the strategic direction for the Trust in conjunction with the Trust’s senior officers and ensure the execution of the strategy by the Executive Team.
• Actively support an efficient and visible fundraising function at Board level, enabling Trustees to understand, support and contribute to fundraising to enable to the organisation to execute its ambitions.
• Set high level direction for and manage the performance of the Trust’s senior officers.
• Assist in and, where appropriate, lead the Robert Burns Ellisland Trust’s positioning and reputation management, representing the Trust at functions both internal and external, within Scotland and nationally throughout the UK.
• Engage with tourism and economic development appropriate to the international importance of Ellisland Farm.
• Oversee relations with funding bodies and key national bodies. Board Management and Governance.
• Lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring that Trustees fulfil their responsibilities for governance of the Trust, meeting legal and constitutional requirements.
• Chair general and extraordinary Board meetings, away days and sub-committee as appropriate.
• Work to ensure strengthening of Board membership and support the recruitment of new Board members in line with our skills audit and contribute to induction of new Trustees.
• Take principal responsibility for Corporate Governance ensuring that an appropriate organisational, process and control environment is established.
• Maintain a full understanding of the Trust’s operations and the sectors in which it operates together with the Trustees, oversee the Trust’s revenue funding agreements and outcomes associated with these.
• Appoint sub committees for specific areas of the Trust’s work, with the approval of the Board and delegate functions as necessary.

Staff

• Provide support to the Trust’s senior officers and review and monitor their performance and delivery on the Trust’s strategic objectives as set out in business plans.
• Knowledge, Skills and Experience.
• Demonstrate active interest in the heritage of Robert Burns and Jean Armour and of the local area around Ellisland.
• Understand opportunities and challenges facing the UK cultural and tourism sectors and the social, cultural and financial context within which the Robert Burns Ellisland Trust operates.
• Preferably have experience of major capital redevelopment project
• Have experience in setting and reviewing strategic direction and achievement
• Commit to giving the time to prepare for and lead board meetings, and attend sub-committee meetings where appropriate
• Have a working knowledge of governance and management and understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trustees.
• Understand financial data, approval of annual accounts and maintenance of financial solvency, whether in commercial, public or not-for-profit sectors, and be able to monitor the financial performance of the Trust.
• Preferably have experience as a Board member of a charity or similar organisation.
• Be committed to the Trust’s vision, mission and values.
• Demonstrate good, independent judgement, political impartiality and the ability to think creatively in the context of the organisation and external environment.
• Balance tact and diplomacy with willingness to challenge and constructively criticise.
• Be strongly committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

The Chair will be expected to:

• Champion the work of the Trust, helping to raise our profile at all levels.
• Ensure proper and effective governance of Robert Burns Ellisland Trust, guiding its strategic direction in line with their charitable purpose.
• Actively support the team in fundraising efforts, proudly searching and advocating for philanthropic and commercial support of the Robert Burns Ellisland Trust to existing and prospective funders.
• Use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board reach sound decisions.
• Monitor the internal and external risks facing the Trust and ensure measures are in place to mitigate risk wherever possible.

More information can be found here.

To apply: Please e-mail a one-page expression of interest outlining your skills and past experience, why the experience outlined would benefit the Ellisland Trust, and why you want to join. Email to ellislandchair@gmail.com

Trustees: Robert Burns Ellisland Trust

The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust is recruiting to its board of trustees. These appointments are critical to strengthen and develop the trust at an exciting time in its history. The Trust are moving forward as a newly accredited museum and embarking on an ambitious plan to develop the heritage site as a cultural destination of international significance. This will require the Trust to raise significant funds, support the maintenance and development of the farm buildings and collection and monitor and manage a major capital project.

Trustees have an active role in managing and helping fundraise for the work of the Trust.

They will be expected to:

• Offer firm strategic direction to the organisation.
• Set overall policy.
• Define goals.
• Set targets.
• Evaluate performance against agreed targets to safeguard the good name, and values of the organisation.
• Ensure the financial stability and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Protect and manage the property of the trust.
• Ensure appropriate investment of the Trust’s funds.
• Appoint any officers and monitor their performance.
• In general comply with all trustee fiduciary duties under charity law.

They will also need to demonstrate:

• Preparedness to be involved directly in management supervision and
  fundraising for the Trust.
• Business acumen.
• A strong sense of accountability.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Board level experience of the private or public sector is also desirable.
• Knowledge of and passion for Dumfries and Galloway.

The trust is specifically looking for trustees with some of the following skills and experience:

• Fundraising
• Project management
• Business development
• Tourism and economic development
• Local and/or national government
• Accountancy
• Working with trusts and foundations
• Working with individual giving
• Cultural heritage
• Marketing and communications specific to the cultural sector
• Education and community development
• Charity governance
• Legal issues
• Human resources

More information can be found here.

To apply: Please e-mail a one-page expression of interest outlining your skills and past experience, why the experience outlined would benefit the Ellisland Trust, and why you want to join. Email to ellislandchair@gmail.com

Trustees: Wymering Manor Trust

Would you like to join the Wymering Manor Trust, which is planning the future of one of Portsmouth’s oldest houses?

Built by Catholics in 1581, its Elizabethan timber frame wraps round the great hall with its dramatic twisting staircases to the fine rooms and attics above, while the nineteenth century extensions offer several larger spaces. It’s listed Grade II*, and its atmospheric interiors and garden attract enthusiastic volunteers and many visitors on Open Days.

The trust’s aim is to restore, convert and build a sustainable future for the manor, for local people to enjoy as their ‘home from home’, as they manage the building to earn its keep by letting rooms for events, meetings, education and training, putting on plays, ghost hunting, socialising and new activities. Once restored, it will be a centre for the local community and a catalyst for regeneration of this deserving area of the city, offering help in wellbeing, tackling loneliness and isolation, developing personal skills and bringing the community together to shape its future.

They’re on track to raise the funds they need with the application to the final stage of lottery funding and matched fundraising. They have consultants’ plans for business development, financial feasibility, design options, audience development, catering and weddings and interpretation. Now key areas of focus for the trustees are developing their forward plans, strategy development and maintaining their financial viability.

To make their plans a reality, they are seeking new trustees and a secretary who recognise the contemporary role of heritage places, spaces and culture, valuing the contribution they make to sustaining people’s social wellbeing as well as their educational, environmental and economic development. They also recognise the importance of volunteering in their community. Together the trustees are shaping the key next stages of the manor’s future. They are particularly interested in applications from people with specific expertise or experience in the following fields:

*local engagement / networking
*event management
*legal advice
*surveying and property management
*health and safety
*commercial and small business development
*public relations and social media

Please apply via email to applications@wymeringmanortrust.org.uk. When they receive your application, they will send you further information.

They are also looking for volunteers to care for the house and garden and to lead tours. Apply to annmarie.ridgway@wymeringmanortrust.org.uk.

Volunteers: Tolpuddle Old Chapel Trust

Are you looking for a new challenge and can give an hour or two of your time?

Tolpuddle Old Chapel Trust is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who can make a contribution to to their continued work to preserve a unique and historic building, as well as providing a new amenity for the village and surrounding areas.

A wide range of opportunities are available – stewarding, supporting educational visits, fundraising, maintenance, planning and organising events, finance.

• No specific experience required
• Training offered
• Work as part of a team
• Meet new people
• Learn about and gain experience of the heritage sector

Interested? Email deliverymanager@tolpuddleoldchapeltrust.org

Trustees: Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust

Do you have an interest in historic buildings and landscapes? Do you have a passion for the built and historic environment of Clackmannanshire? Would you like to contribute to help save some of the Wee County’s heritage? If the answer is YES, then Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust want to hear from you.

Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust is a charitable company established in 1988 to protect, maintain and improve historically important buildings and the landscape of Clackmannanshire. The main current project is the restoration of Sauchie Tower, a medieval Tower already in remarkable condition for its age, to a fully functional space. The Sauchie Tower project is in its infancy, but has a huge momentum behind it, and it is therefore an ideal time to get involved and play your part in its restoration.

The Trust would like to be more visible and connected to the communities of Clackmannanshire, highlighting the very special buildings and places of the county, and giving people a pride in their heritage, with the aim that they will support and take action to protect it. Part of this is through the development of a new website and have a social media presence.

The trust are seeking new Trustees to join their board on a voluntary basis and help drive their aims forward. There are four board meetings a year (held on a Friday morning) as well as occasional site meetings; Trustees are also expected to contribute to at least one Working Group. Meetings of the Working Groups are usually held online using Zoom.

They aspire to be an active and diverse board of Trustees and would be particularly interested to hear from individuals with skills and experience in:

• Digital Communications

• Marketing

• Fundraising and grant funding applications

• Administration

• Charity governance/Legal

The Trust welcomes applications from anyone with a strong connection to Clackmannanshire who wants to play an active role in protecting, conserving, and restoring its built heritage.

To apply, please send a covering letter and a brief CV telling us more about you. Please outline in your letter how your skills and experience will help the Trust to develop its work further and benefit the local community and its built heritage.

All applications/ and any questions you may have are to be submitted initially by email to: CHT Secretary at: chtrust@btinternet.com

Volunteer Treasurer: Runcorn Heritage Development Trust

Runcorn Heritage Development Trust needs passionate and dedicated people to help us grow and make real change in the historic environment of Runcorn.

We are looking for a volunteer treasurer to join Runcorn Heritage Development Trust.  This is a key position within the committee, enabling us to grow as a charity and support the valuable work of RHDT as well as adding value to the local community.

In particular, we’d like help with:

• Oversee preparation of budgets, accounts and financial statements, and present these to the committee
• Putting in controls and ensuring we are fully compliant
• Advice on all things financial and budgeting
• Monitor the finances of the group and discuss this with the committee
• Contribute to fundraising ideas and fundraising applications

What we are looking for:

• Treasury experience preferred but not essential
• Strong aptitude for numbers
• Excellent attention to detail, combined with strong organisational skills
• Efficient and thorough approach
• Interest in the heritage and history of Runcorn and wanting to make a different to its current buildings

For more information, or to apply, email runcornhdt@gmail.com

Volunteer Secretary: Runcorn Heritage Development Trust

Runcorn Heritage Development Trust needs passionate and dedicated people to help us grow and make real change in the historic environment of Runcorn.

We are looking for a volunteer secretary to join Runcorn Heritage Development Trust.  This is a key position within the committee, enabling us to grow as a charity and support the valuable work of RHDT as well as adding value to the local community.

In particular, we’d like help with:

1. Ensuring meetings are effectively arranged, organised and minuted
2. Maintain effective records and carry out the relevant administrative tasks.
3. Contribute to fundraising ideas and funding applications.

What we are looking for:

1. Good communication and organisation skills
2. Excellent attention to detail
3. Efficient and thorough approach
4. Interest in the heritage and history of Runcorn and wanting to make a different to its current buildings

For more information, or to apply, email runcornhdt@gmail.com