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Volunteer with The Reader at Calderstones and make amazing things happen.
Perhaps it’s for a one-off event, or you’re looking for a longer-term role, every hour you spend volunteering here helps people all over the country – and the world – experience the life-supporting benefits of Shared Reading.
You’ll become part of a warm family of Readers who want to help people find and share meaning in their lives. You’ll get the training and support you need, as well as a 20% discount at The Reader Café and Ice Cream Parlour, 15% off all books in The Reader Bookshop and access to a dedicated volunteer space where you can relax.
Whether you have specific skills to share, or you’re looking to do something different, there are lots of ways you can support The Reader.
If you’d like to get involved, please complete the online enquiry form on our Become a Volunteer page.
For Calderstones volunteer placements, we take applicants from age 16+.
Current Opportunities
Heritage Story Sharer
Explore the history of the prehistoric Calderstones, the families who lived in the Mansion House and the local area with people of all ages, as part of a friendly and knowledgeable team. You will deliver walking tours or workshops, assist with heritage events and help create new stories to share.
Other opportunities
Please check back as the following vacancies become available in future:
- Reception
- Welcome
- The Reader Bookshop
- Activity Group Leader
- Event Support
- Experience Evaluation
- Maintenance Support
- Garden Volunteer
- Bank Volunteer
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