Championing high‑quality, inclusive, and accessible learning in heritage
The Sandford Award is delivered by the Heritage Education Trust, a national education charity dedicated to enhancing learning across heritage, culture, and the natural environment- in partnership with Lincoln Bishop University. Since 1978, the Award has thrived, thanks to the skill, passion, and dedication of its volunteers. Their expertise ensures the Award remains a trusted benchmark for high quality heritage learning.
What it means to be a volunteer assessor for the Sandford Award
Volunteering as a Sandford Award Assessor brings a number of benefits including:
an opportunity to serve the heritage learning sector and share best practice,
continuous professional development,
being part of a friendly and dedicated team,
participating in peer support,
mutual respect and reciprocal appreciation of motivation and expertise,
recognition of your work as a volunteer.
“I get so much, personally, out of being a Sandford Assessor. Not only do I feel I can contribute to maintaining the quality of learning at heritage sites, but I also get to experience and learn about some of the best practice that is available to schools and other learners across the country. Being a part of the assessor team gives me a network of experienced heritage and education professionals to talk to. I definitely feel that being part of the Heritage Education Trust has helped my own personal and career development.”
Find our more about the volunteer assessor role in our Information Pack. Please get in touch if you have any questions or queries.
Email: sandford@bishopg.ac.uk
Write to us:
Heritage Education Trust
Lincoln Bishop University
Longdales Road
Lincoln
LN1 3DY
Banner image: Sandford Award recipients at the Sandford Award Presentation Ceremony, St Paul’s Cathedral