Welcome Host Volunteer

Love theatre, music and dance? Looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity? Welcome Host volunteers help ensure that every visitor to the Royal Opera House knows who we are, what we offer, and how to get involved.

What You'll Do: 
  • Welcome and greet visitors
  • Share information and answer questions
  • Give directions within the building and Covent Garden area
  • Accompany tour groups to ensure they stay together during their visit
  • Help to manage queues and spaces at busy times
  • Assist Front of House staff in keeping everyone safe
Why You'll Love It: 
  • Flexible schedule to fit around your studies
  • Meeting people from all walks of life
  • Seeing behind the scenes of an exciting creative arts venue
  • Working as part of a team
  • Learning more about ballet, opera, dance, classical music, and theatre
  • Gaining experience and skills in customer service and communication

Additional benefits of volunteering include: 

  • Claim travel expenses (up to £13.50 a day) and refreshments up to £4 (if volunteering for more than 4 hours)
  • Enter ticket draws for rehearsals of Royal Ballet and Royal Opera performances
  • Enjoy free access to ROH Stream to learn about our work and repertoire
  • Go to volunteer social events and celebrations
  • Apply for internal vacancies
  • Get feedback on interviews if applying for a job at the ROH
What We're Looking For: 

Qualities we look for in our volunteers:

  • Friendly and enthusiastic
  • Reliable and punctual
  • A team player
  • Proactive and able to follow instructions
  • Interested to learn and share information about the Royal Opera House and Covent Garden
  • Able to keep calm during busy times
  • Confident communicating in English
  • Committed to our values: Treat each other with Respect, Be Open and Value the Highest Standards

Please note: 

  • We're looking for people who can volunteer 2 to 4 sessions per month.
  • Sessions last 1.5 to 4.5 hours and take place on mornings, afternoons and evenings from Monday to Sunday. 
  • You must be available to attend an induction day in person on Sunday 5 November, 10:00-17:00. 
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Arts
Widening participation
Location of opportunity: 
Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Problem Solving
Communication
Customer Service
Languages you should know: 
English
Professional working
Relevant interests: 
Creative and Fine Arts
Entertainment
Leisure, Travel and Tourism
Requirements: 
Over 18 years old

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