English Heritage has launched a recruitment programme for volunteers to take part in the new Childhood at Osborne project which launches at the Swiss Cottage in April 2014.

At least 15 posts have been created and an open morning is being held at 10am at Osborne on Friday 7th February, where anyone who is interested can learn more about the opportunities available.

Supporting either the family or schools learning programmes, volunteers will help bring the Swiss Cottage quarter alive and engage visitors with the stories and personalities of the Victorian Royal children. Family focused volunteers will get involved with welcoming visitors, storytelling, object handling and assisting with activities as well as guiding for a supported visits programme. Volunteers in the schools team will support visiting education groups and deliver facilitated education sessions both at Osborne and in schools.