Heritage Research Volunteer - Poole/Remote

About us

RNLI Heritage is defined as the story of our people and service since 1824. In order to preserve our history, the heritage team collect and care for objects and archives and make these accessible to researchers.

The role of Heritage Research Volunteer on our National Lottery Heritage Funded project, RNLI Stories of Courage 1939-45, offers a unique opportunity to join our volunteer team and explore the history of the RNLI during the Second World War.

You will undertake research based on RNLI collections, archive material and shared family histories relating to RNLI rescues from the Second World War era. Working alongside the RNLI heritage team, you will assist with aspects of the project in need of research support which could include:

• Developing research content for project displays, events and community engagement
• Supporting with aspects of temporary exhibition development and delivery
• Developing research content for talks and tours focusing on the RNLI’s Second World War stories

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals willing to help support this project. There are a range of onsite or remote tasks to be involved in which can be done flexibly over this two-year project.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.