Volunteer Retail Assistant
We’re passionate about what we do and love giving second-hand clothing a chance of going to a good home. Our shop teams ensure fighting the housing emergency never felt so fun.
Tasks
Our retail volunteers are in the middle of it all, and there’s plenty to get involved with. You might be sorting stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, creating fantastic window displays or keeping our shop floor looking organised.
Requirements
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need to have volunteered or worked in a shop before as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, willing to follow Shelter’s policies, and can be an excellent ambassador for Shelter.We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of bad housing or homelessness.
Benefits- Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
- Gain valuable experience in a retail environment
- Getting involved in your local community and being part of a great team
- Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
If you would like to find out more about the volunteering opportunity before applying, why not pop into the shop to speak with the manager or contact them directly on 01423 503 394.
You'll receive a link to apply on our volunteer database once you apply on Join, alternatively, search 'Shelter Shop Volunteering' to apply directly. We'll then be in touch to arrange a recruitment conversation within 14 days.