EnLab Volunteer Supervisor
Enfield Council Closing date: Mon, 24 Aug 2026
- Part time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Volunteer Supervisor to lead and support a team of volunteers, playing a vital role in the success of ENLab, an innovative Enfield-wide Heritage Education project. ENLab will bring Enfield's built, industrial, and natural heritage to life-making it accessible, valued, and relevant for primary schools and families. Working with key partners, including the Museum of Enfield, Forty Hall Estate, RSA Trust, Enfield Archaeological Society, and Enfield Society, ENLab will deliver inspiring heritage education school resource packs, Heritage Clubs, and a celebratory Heritage Festival for families.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Enfield Council's small, dedicated Culture Team as we deliver ENLab and make a meaningful and lasting impact. You will provide support in the recruitment and training of a diverse team of volunteers and supervise their activities as they contribute to the project's aim to bring Enfield's rich heritage to life across Enfield's heritage sites. You will also help coordinate the Heritage Advisory Group and support the delivery of Heritage Clubs and the family Heritage Festival.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for volunteering, heritage, and education. You will need excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups, and the ability to build positive relationships with volunteers, stakeholders, schools, and cultural partners.
You may be required to work on weekends and in the evenings.
Job Requirements
Essential:
1. Demonstrated interest in and understanding of the historical and archaeological significance of heritage sites and venues, including parks and landscapes.
2. Experience in supervising volunteers using best practice.
3. Proven track record of planning and delivering of volunteer opportunities within a Heritage context.
4. Ability to effectively collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, including heritage organisations, teachers, school children and volunteers. Exhibits openness, honesty, and respect in all interactions.
5. Strong commitment to fostering positive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment and share knowledge.
6. Strong communication and planning skills with a keen attention to detail. Proactive problem-solving approach with the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
Desirable:
1. Knowledge of the local Enfield area and communities.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for being familiar with Enfield's built, industrial and nature heritage
- Actively engage with Friends of Parks Groups and Heritage partners ensuring regular communication and collaboration
- Supervise 2 cohorts of volunteers; one for Friends of Parks Groups and another for Heritage venues; actively encouraging volunteering opportunities and participation
- Stay up to date with funders' requirements, and best practice in heritage engagement and volunteering, ensuring best practice is implemented by all project partners
- Support the ENLab Education Officer to recruit and train volunteers and plan and deliver volunteering opportunities that will leave a legacy of more resilient Heritage partners that are supported by more volunteers
- Responsible for identifying and organising training requirements for volunteers
- Work with ENLab Project Manager and Evaluation Consultant to collect baseline data, monitor participation and gather feedback to inform the project
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Job Overview
- Job Title: EnLab Volunteer Supervisor
- Salary: £30k-£40k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Customer Service
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Mon, 24 Aug 2026
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Location:
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Job: EnLab Volunteer Supervisor
Job: EnLab Volunteer Supervisor
Organisation: Enfield Council
Postcode: EN2 9HA
How to Apply
To apply and to find out more about this role, click the link to the Council's Career site. Deadline for applications is 5pm on 24/08/2026
- Contact name: Hatice Abdullah
- Contact email: [email protected]