Retail Volunteer (Nottingham Angel Row)
OFFERED BY:
Barnardo's (Nottingham Shop)Location(s): Castle
Address where volunteering takes place: 15 Angel Row Nottingham NG1 6HLHow many places are on offer?: Several
Purpose of Role:
Running a Barnardo's Charity Shop needs a good team and you could be part of it! Our stores rely on a team of multi-skilled volunteers, from all walks of life who come together to generate vital funds for Barnardo's work with children, young people and their families.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Unlike standard retail outlets, our stores offer a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the retail operation. Our Volunteer Retail Assistants are trained to assist in a wide range of activities including:
Providing strong customer service.
Serving customers and successfully operating the till.
Replenishing stock by making sure our rails and shelves are well-stocked, visually appealing and tidy.
Merchandising throughout the store.
Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing.
Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking.
We will provide you with all the support you need to feel confident in your role, with advice and training provided by your store manager and the rest of the team. Volunteering in a Barnardo's charity shop allows you to gain new skills and meet new people whilst making a big difference to the lives of the children and young people Barnardo's work with.
Please apply online for this opportunity.
Providing strong customer service.
Serving customers and successfully operating the till.
Replenishing stock by making sure our rails and shelves are well-stocked, visually appealing and tidy.
Merchandising throughout the store.
Stock preparation including sorting, steaming and pricing.
Possible administrative tasks such as stocktaking.
We will provide you with all the support you need to feel confident in your role, with advice and training provided by your store manager and the rest of the team. Volunteering in a Barnardo's charity shop allows you to gain new skills and meet new people whilst making a big difference to the lives of the children and young people Barnardo's work with.
Please apply online for this opportunity.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Good communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team as well as under own initative
Understanding of and empathy with the needs of older people
Reliability, patience and sensitivityFriendly and helpful manner ? Honest and reliable ? A real team player ? Interest or experience working in retail/ fashion/ with the general public ? An ability to work with and accept people from a range of different backgrounds and circumstances ? Commitment to Barnardo's Basis and Values and Equality and Diversity Policy
Able to complete tasks and prioritise
Ability to work as part of a team as well as under own initative
Understanding of and empathy with the needs of older people
Reliability, patience and sensitivityFriendly and helpful manner ? Honest and reliable ? A real team player ? Interest or experience working in retail/ fashion/ with the general public ? An ability to work with and accept people from a range of different backgrounds and circumstances ? Commitment to Barnardo's Basis and Values and Equality and Diversity Policy
Able to complete tasks and prioritise
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?:
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?:
Two or three sessions
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