Welcomers are part of the public face of the Cathedral. They welcome over 200,000 visitors each year and answer questions relating to both the Cathedral and the local area.
What You'll Do:
- Providing a warm and friendly welcome to everyone visiting the Cathedral, demonstrating sensitivity to the variety of visitor needs.
- Informing visitors of the services and events taking place.
- Answering questions about the Cathedral and the local area.
- Dealing with enquiries from visitors.
- Encouraging visitors to visit all parts of the Cathedral, including the Shop, Café and Church Yard.
- Referring any visitors in need of pastoral care to the Day Chaplain.
- Ensuring that those visiting the Cathedral are respectful.
- Being vigilant regarding security and reporting any issues to the Vergers.
Why You'll Love It:
- A brilliant experience of volunteering in a historic London landmark.
- The chance to find out about the fascinating history of the Cathedral.
- An opportunity to meet new people and develop communication and/or language skills.
- An opportunity to make a contribution to the aims and mission of the Cathedral.
- Discounts in the Cathedral Shop and Café.
- Invitation to Cathedral events.
- Ongoing support from the Volunteers Officer.
- More volunteer benefits are outlined in the volunteer handbook on the website.
What We're Looking For:
- Friendly, reliably and enthusiastic people who enjoy speaking to people from all backgrounds.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to be calm under stressful situations.
- Knowledge of other languages would be of great benefit but is not essential.
- Interest in the Cathedral and its history and able to demonstrate sympathy with the aims and mission of the Cathedral.
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