Volunteer with us

Volunteers are essential to all that we do at the RWA. We aim to empower and engage everyone who takes part in our volunteering programme. We are always looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals, of all backgrounds, aged 16+, to join our friendly and diverse volunteer community.

Read the Volunteer Role Description below to find out how you can get involved.

Benefits of volunteering with us include:

The opportunity to be make an important contribution to a leading UK art organisation alongside a friendly and dedicated team of volunteers and staff

Behind-the-scenes access to exhibitions including exclusive tours and talks

Training opportunities including art handling and gallery maintenance

Further opportunities to develop professional skillset by leading tours, assisting with events and workshops and more

The opportunity to meet and network with some of the UK’s leading artists

Social events

Free entry to all RWA exhibitions

Discounts in the RWA shop and café

To apply:

Are you able to spare one morning (09.50 – 13.30) or afternoon (13.20 – 17.30) a week, or every two weeks? Would you like to occasionally help us with our workshops and events? Do you have a passion for art and are keen to share this with others?

If so, please complete the Volunteer Application Form here.

If you have any further questions about volunteering at the RWA please contact us at:

Royal West of England Academy, Queens Road, Bristol, BS8 1PX

Once your application has been processed, we will contact you by email to arrange an induction.