Volunteering at Libraries
TechKnow Buddies
Good at computers and IT? Want to help other people?
TechKnow Buddies provide one-to-one basic digital support sessions in Tameside Libraries to help library users to learn new digital skills and gain confidence. Find out more about TechKnow Buddies.
Apply:For more information and to apply, go to Action Together
Library Book Shelving volunteer
Want to help your local library run smoothly? Interested in books?
Library Book Shelving volunteers assist library staff in shelving of newly returned books, sorting out book stock, finding books from lists, tidying shelves and making displays.
Apply:For more information and to apply, go to Action Together
Time for Rhyme Support volunteer
Like working with children and families? Have a child of your own attending Time for a Rhyme and want to support the sessions?
Time for a Rhyme Support volunteers assist library staff in setting up and packing away after the Time for a Rhyme session and interact with children and parents during the session. Time for a Rhyme sessions are song and rhyme sessions aimed at children aged 0-4 years old and their parents and carers.
Apply:For more information and to apply, go to Action Together
Library Event Support Volunteer
Friendly and approachable? Like to attend a variety of events?
Library Event Support Volunteers assist library staff in the delivery of events aimed at the public, including preparing materials, setting up refreshments, greeting members of the public, tidying up after events.
Apply:For more information and to apply, go to Action Together
Group Coordinator
Got an interest or hobby you think others would share? Want to organise a group to get people together?
Group Coordinators facilitate a group running in the library either by setting up a group or supporting an existing group and encouraging other members of the community to join.
Apply:For more information and to apply, go to Action Together
Volunteering with Tameside Local Studies and Archives Centre
Digitisation Volunteers
Are you passionate about photography or fascinated by local history?
In this role, you’ll help preserve the past by scanning negatives from the Reporter newspaper and adding valuable information to enrich our archives. Your efforts will ensure these historical treasures are accessible for generations to come.
For more information and to apply please email: archives@tameside.gov.uk
Listing Volunteers
Are you organized and detail-oriented? Become a listing volunteer and help us preserve local history!
In this role, you’ll work with historic copies of the Reporter newspaper, carefully listing images to ensure they’re properly archived and accessible for future research. Your meticulous work will play a key part in helping the public access our past.
For more information and to apply please email: archives@tameside.gov.uk
Cleaning Historic Documents
Do you have a passion for local history and a desire to work hands-on with historic documents?
As a cleaning volunteer, you’ll help preserve the past by cleaning historic documents and plans. Your work ensures that these invaluable archives remain accessible for future generations, safeguarding their stories and significance.
For more information and to apply please email: archives@tameside.gov.uk
Family History Volunteers
Are you passionate about genealogy or skilled in historical research? Would you like to assist others in uncovering their family stories?
Our family history volunteers play a vital role in helping the public explore their ancestry. Whether it's guiding someone through the tools and resources needed for genealogical research or providing support to track down that elusive ancestor, your expertise can make a big difference.
For more information and to apply please email: archives@tameside.gov.uk