Shop Volunteers
OFFERED BY:
Age UK Lincoln Street Charity shop (CLOSED)Location(s): Castle
Address where volunteering takes place: 8 Lincoln Street Nottingham NG1 3DJHow many places are on offer? Awaiting information
Purpose of Role:
Help raise vital funds to keep our services running for older people. Various roles available, behind the scenes or on the shop floor.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Help raise vital funds to support our much-needed services for older people. Our shops accept donations of recycled unwanted goods, including clothing, accessories, toys and bric-a-brac.
We can offer volunteering opportunities in a number of exciting roles that are perfect for anyone wanting to gain some experience in retail whilst also doing good in the community. We are very flexible in relation to what days or hours each individual would like to do and will always endeavour to match individuals to the roles most suited for them.
There are many ways you can support your local Age UK shop, whether it's behind the scenes or on the shop floor. The volunteer roles include:
· # Serving customers
· # Managing shop admin
· # Sorting stock
· # Creating window displays.
We can offer volunteering opportunities in a number of exciting roles that are perfect for anyone wanting to gain some experience in retail whilst also doing good in the community. We are very flexible in relation to what days or hours each individual would like to do and will always endeavour to match individuals to the roles most suited for them.
There are many ways you can support your local Age UK shop, whether it's behind the scenes or on the shop floor. The volunteer roles include:
· # Serving customers
· # Managing shop admin
· # Sorting stock
· # Creating window displays.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills needed depend on the role you would like to take up. For shop floor customer service, volunteers should have the confidence to talk to members of the public, good communication skills and be friendly and approachable.
Retail experience is not essential as training will be provided.
Retail experience is not essential as training will be provided.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
16+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out?
DBS Disclosure required? No