Museums Volunteer Collections Guide (The Burrell Collection - Gaelic Tours)
Ongoing Opportunity
Open until June 12th, 2026
What is the role?
Who are they?
What can I gain?
Where?
When can I volunteer?
Any requirements?
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Sir William Burrell left a lasting legacy by donating over 9,000 objects to the people of Glasgow. The Burrell Collection reopened after an extensive redisplay in March 2022 and we are recruiting friendly volunteers to join our Volunteer Guide group to deliver tours in Gaelic.
As part of the MOD in Glasgow, we are delighted to offer Gaelic tours of The Burrell Collection in the week preceeding the event. Volunteer Collections Guides take visitors on free, guided tours around the Burrell Collection, helping bring the museum objects to life, and talking about the family who donated the collections.
Free guided tours will be advertised on the first week of October 2026 at The Burrell Collection.
Are you someone who:
- is a fluent Gaelic speaker
- is comfortable speaking to groups
- loves history and art
Register your interest today by adding your relevant skills and experience and why you would be great as a Volunteer Collections Guide.
Tours will be delivered in late September and October 2026, with an option to continue
thereafter.
Come and celebrate the Gaelic language in our wonderful museum!
ABOUT THIS ORGANISATION
As one of Scotland's largest charities, we offer diverse volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Volunteers receive out of pocket travel expenses, support and relevant training. Our volunteers also have the opportunity to attend social events as well as health and wellbeing awareness sessions.
WHAT COULD YOU GAIN?
Full training is provided.
Training will be a blend of in-person supported learning in the museum, and self-study in the museum and off site. All translated materials will be provided.
WHERE?
2060 Pollokshaws Road
Glasgow, G43 1AT
WHEN CAN I VOLUNTEER?
24th of September - 31st of October 2026
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SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Fluent Gaelic speaker
- Comfortable speaking to groups
- Loves history and art
REQUIREMENTS FOR STARTING THE ROLE
We will invite applicants to an informal interview in the museum. This is an opportunity to talk about your skills and experience and to discuss the role with experienced volunteer guides and staff.
Please note the closing date is 12 June 2026, you may not receive an invite before the closing date. Interviews will be in person in The Burrell Collection with Burrell staff.