Retail Shop Volunteer - Beeston
OFFERED BY:
Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young PeopleLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 54 High Road Beeston Nottingham NG9 2JPHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
Volunteers are hugely important to our work on the high street where we raise the profile of Rainbows, sell products and generate essential money to support the work of the hospice. As a shop volunteer you are part of a team who are the friendly voice and welcoming face of Rainbows for shoppers and visitors to our shops.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Without retail store volunteers we could not have our shops!
Volunteers are hugely important to our work on the high street where we raise the profile of Rainbows, sell products and generate essential money to support the work of the hospice. As a shop volunteer you are part of a team who are the friendly voice and welcoming face of Rainbows for shoppers and visitors to our shops.
Our retail shops are open 7 days a week (timings vary per shop) and we offer flexible volunteer shifts to all with options including: 1-hour shift, half a day and more.
Typical tasks the role could involve:
- Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Be a gift aid guru
- Showcase our treasures
- Get creative with displays
- Transform donated items into treasures
Volunteers are hugely important to our work on the high street where we raise the profile of Rainbows, sell products and generate essential money to support the work of the hospice. As a shop volunteer you are part of a team who are the friendly voice and welcoming face of Rainbows for shoppers and visitors to our shops.
Our retail shops are open 7 days a week (timings vary per shop) and we offer flexible volunteer shifts to all with options including: 1-hour shift, half a day and more.
Typical tasks the role could involve:
- Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
- Be a gift aid guru
- Showcase our treasures
- Get creative with displays
- Transform donated items into treasures
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Will it suit me?
Imagine showcasing and selling unique Rainbows products and delightful donated items, whilst speaking to a wide variety of people. If you like the sound of this then this volunteer role is perfect for you!
You don’t need retail experience - just the ability of good communication, a willingness to dive into tasks and passion for being part of a fun-loving team.
Imagine showcasing and selling unique Rainbows products and delightful donated items, whilst speaking to a wide variety of people. If you like the sound of this then this volunteer role is perfect for you!
You don’t need retail experience - just the ability of good communication, a willingness to dive into tasks and passion for being part of a fun-loving team.
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:
Over 16
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? No
Disability restrictions:
The Beeston shop is over two levels. The shop floor, till and sorting room are on the ground floor. However, the staff kitchen, toilets and storage areas are up one flight of stairs.
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
Within 7 working days
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? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No