Volunteers needed to help people adjust to travelling on public transport
We’re all a little out of practice for things that used to be easy – and using public transport is one example.
As well as remembering what we need to do to leave the house (such as finding a matching pair of shoes and locking the door behind us), we have to learn some new habits – wearing a face covering, following arrows and directions around places, and keeping two metres away from others.
This can be difficult to remember, and a bit overwhelming and confusing.
Volunteering Matters, supported by the Department for Transport, is looking for volunteers to be Journey Makers to support and encourage people as they adjust to the new ways of travelling. They need friendly, approachable volunteers to welcome people at Cambridge, Ely and Bury St Edmunds train stations, helping them to think of the social distancing guidelines and reassuring anyone anxious about travelling.
It's also a brilliant way for individuals to reengage with their local community following lockdown and rebuild confidence that many of us previously took for granted.
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Stockwell Street, Glasgow
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Stockwell Street, Glasgow
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Holloway Road, London
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Holloway Road, London
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteer Supervisor - West Bridgford
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
Passionate about all things Retail?... Then this is the volunteer role for you! We're looking for committed and enthusiastic people who want to support Shelter in the running of our charity shops across the country.
Suggested Involvement: Approx. 7 hours a week or more.
Location: West Bridgford
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Main Tasks can include:
• Supporting the management team in the running of the shop
• Being our Volunteer Supervisor in the absence of the Management team
• Operating the till/computer to include refunds, cashing up and Gift Aid
• Aiding in sourcing, processing and merchandising stock
• Supporting other volunteers
• Serving customers!
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our team and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do ask for a willingness to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, safeguarding, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV – this is the perfect role for you to demonstrate the step from sales advisor to supervisory/management roles
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and provide two references. If the role you are applying for has been designated as a regulated role, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our Income Generation team and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Motherwell
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Motherwell
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Hampstead Heath, London
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Hampstead Heath. London
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteer Supervisor - Halesowen
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
Passionate about all things Retail?... Then this is the volunteer role for you! We're looking for committed and enthusiastic people who want to support Shelter in the running of our charity shops across the country.
Suggested Involvement: Approx. 7 hours a week or more.
Location: Halesowen
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Main Tasks can include:
• Supporting the management team in the running of the shop
• Being our Volunteer Supervisor in the absence of the Management team
• Operating the till/computer to include refunds, cashing up and Gift Aid
• Aiding in sourcing, processing and merchandising stock
• Supporting other volunteers
• Serving customers!
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our team and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do ask for a willingness to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, safeguarding, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV – this is the perfect role for you to demonstrate the step from sales advisor to supervisory/management roles
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and provide two references. If the role you are applying for has been designated as a regulated role, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our Income Generation team and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
We are looking for volunteers to come and help us out in the shop. We need people who are good with customer service to work on the shop floor and people to work in the stock room. Full training provided.
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Tollcross
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Tollcross
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteering Opportunities - Little Venice, London
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
We’re looking for people to support us in a variety of ways; sorting stock, serving customers, creating fantastic window displays – the list is endless! You might be an admin whizz or a digital enthusiast who can help drive footfall through social media. We’ve got all sorts of opportunities for you to join us, wherever you are.
Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who are with us 5 days a week.
Location: Little Venice, London
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Which Role is right for you?
Retail Social Media Volunteer Supporting the management team in the running of shops' social media platforms.
Retail Volunteer Assisting with sorting, steaming and pricing stock, serving on the till to include cash handling
Retail Duke of Edinburgh Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Administrative Support Volunteer Supporting the management team with administrative duties both computer and paper based
Retail Recruitment Coordinator Volunteer You'll be our expert lead on local volunteer recruitment and support with the induction of newly recruited volunteers to the shop
Retail Young Person Volunteer Supporting with stock preparation, pricing and rotation as well as being a young ambassador for Shelter in your local community
Retail Volunteer Supervisor Holding the shop in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Management team
Retail Driver's Mate Volunteer Being an ambassador for Shelter as the supporting face of our stock collection/delivery service. Heavy lifting of stock to include furniture items.
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our teams and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do request that you are willing to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and if the role you are applying for is designated as one of our regulated roles, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Retail Volunteer Supervisor - Nantwich
Our shops raise vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!
All of our shops are COVID-19 secure, with social distancing and other safety measures in place
Passionate about all things Retail?... Then this is the volunteer role for you! We're looking for committed and enthusiastic people who want to support Shelter in the running of our charity shops across the country.
Suggested Involvement: Approx. 7 hours a week or more.
Location: Nantwich
Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager
Why get involved with Shelter? Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We campaign to make sure that one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Main Tasks can include:
• Supporting the management team in the running of the shop
• Being our Volunteer Supervisor in the absence of the Management team
• Operating the till/computer to include refunds, cashing up and Gift Aid
• Aiding in sourcing, processing and merchandising stock
• Supporting other volunteers
• Serving customers!
Skills and Experiences Required: Some experience of working in Retail would be beneficial but not essential to us as full training provided. What’s really important to us is that you want to be part of our team and come ready to share your individual skills and experiences.
We do ask for a willingness to follow Shelter’s policies, including volunteering, health & safety, equality & diversity, safeguarding, confidentiality & data protection.
Induction, Learning and Development: To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:
• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all relevant Policies/Procedures
• Provide learning: including, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Safeguarding
• Provide an on the job induction
• Pay “out of pocket” expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter:
• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable work experience
• Be part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
• Enhances your CV – this is the perfect role for you to demonstrate the step from sales advisor to supervisory/management roles
Next Steps: Please complete an application form online. After you have applied, we will invite successful candidates to interview.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and provide two references. If the role you are applying for has been designated as a regulated role, we will require you to undertake a basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our Income Generation team and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
Shelter is the UK’s largest housing and homelessness charity. More than one million people a year come to us for advice and support via our websit... Read more
Health Aging through Innovation in Rural Europe (HAIRE)
HAIRE is a European innovative research and community action project aiming to empower older adults to define what support they need; participate in designing new services; reduce loneliness, improve health and wellbeing and have a voice in shaping their community.
- We are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping older people remain happy, healthy and independent using Guided Conversations and a unique HAIRE toolkit.
- In return we provide full, free training and support as well as the experience and skills in working with people, and the opportunity to co-design new initiatives.
Essential skills of volunteers:
- Desire to help people feel comfortable;
- Showing genuine interest in others;
- Allowing people to talk about what matters to them;
- Good listening skills;
Desirable but not essential:
- Basic computer literacy, including packages like Microsoft Word and Zoom.
What’s in it for you?
You will get to know local people, support positive change, offer your skills to local people and contribute towards a valuable change in the community.
The half-day training sessions prepare you for arranging and holding a Guided Conversation with local residents to explore their health and wellbeing. You will be able to assist them to record their desired actions and the learning process as a whole will help the project to understand and act on the opportunities and challenges facing older people in your community.
There is an additional opportunity for more free training and support to find innovative solutions that provide support to local people. You may help design new actives and services to make your community a great place to grow older!
Time commitments
- There are training courses (approx.3x 3 sessions) to complete to make sure you are equipped to use the Guided Conversation tools.
- One volunteer can hold between 5-10 Guided Conversations over several weeks or months, which may take anywhere from 45 minutes up to 2 hours.
- The provisional start date of training sessions is the end of September 2020, which may be delivered face-to-face or using an online platform.
- This project is a partnership between Rother Voluntary Action, East Sussex County Council and Interreg 2 Seas partners.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
This role will involve warmly welcoming patients and their families in receipt of our healthcare services as well as welcoming visitors and staff. There will also be an element of administrative duties including answering telephone calls, redirecting queries to the correct departments and supporting the admin team in other various ad-hoc activities. A good level of I.T. competency and reception/admin type experience is necessary for this role. While the volunteer carrying out this role will be supervised by other members of the reception/admin team, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, a certain level of autonomy will be expected.
What activities will you be involved in?
• Meeting and greeting
• Answering/redirecting calls
• Photocopying, scanning and filing
• Administrative activities as part of projects to support the team
What skills will I need?
• Approachable, trustworthy and adaptable
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as to own initiative
• Good level of I.T. competency in the use of software systems and Microsoft package
• Good communication skills
• Empathy
• Comfortable speaking on the phone in a polite and friendly manner
• Previous reception/admin experience is preferred but not a necessary requirement
Information on training provided:
• Full induction will be provided
• Support and guidance by other members of staff
• Data Protection
• Safeguarding
Benefits of Volunteering:
• Become part of the Ty Hafan team and family
• Meet new people and make new friends
• Personal satisfaction of giving back to the community
• Gaining new skills, knowledge and experience
• Sharing your skills, knowledge and experience to benefit Ty Hafan’s goal
• Gain experience for your CV
• Most importantly – have fun!
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract of any sort.
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Having closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, we have now reopen our store in Buckley and are looking for a team of volunteers to help run the store on a Saturday. You can expect to do a number of different things, including serving customers on the till, taking donations, welcoming customers to the store and sorting/pricing stock.
The store has been fitted with protective screens at the till and we have PPE such as gloves, masks and aprons available for all volunteers. We also have access to sanitising gel for customers and volunteers and plenty of social distancing guidelines in store.
If you are friendly and enjoy being with different types of people then this would be a great volunteer role for you. We'd love to welcome you to the team, where you will be helping us to fulfill our vision of creating a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included.
What you need to know:
- Volunteer weekly for a few hours or a whole day (we’re open 7 days a week)
- Travel expenses are paid back to you (up to £7.50 per day)
- We will train you and support you every step of the way.
Apply below or pop in to your local store and speak to Debbie or Pat.
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Could you be the face of your Launceston British Heart Foundation shop? If you want to gain cashier and sales experience in a friendly environment, this is a great way to get a taste of a career in retail while helping raise live-saving funds. With support around you, you will be processing sales through the till as a cashier, talking to customers and thanking every donor - helping us Beat Heartbreak Forever.
Say hello to the team:
Funding for researchers begins at your local charity shop. Last year our British Heart Foundation UK charity shops raised an incredible £28 million – this wouldn’t have been possible without our fantastic volunteers.
Our Launceston team led by Julie and Rachel are bright and bubbly, and we love meeting people from all walks of life.
Typical tasks include:
· Engaging with customers and serving them in a helpful and friendly way
· Communicating with fellow volunteers about what has sold and needs re-stocking
· Honing your retail and cashier skills behind the till and taking payments
· Helping with administration and reception duties around the till area
· Promoting Gift Aid and sales campaigns, and chatting to customers
· Acting as an ambassador for the British Heart Foundation
You get a lot from volunteering too:
· A chance to work in a friendly team, make new friends & meet a diverse group
· The feel-good factor of making an invaluable contribution towards the British Heart Foundation goal to Beat Heartbreak Forever
· The time to develop your confidence and interpersonal skills
· The ability to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV and learn new skills including studying for an NVQ with us in various retail fields
· Flexibility to fit with your lifestyle - choose your own shifts
· Reasonable travel reimbursed in agreement with the Manager
Please note we are unable to accept volunteers aged under 16 and we cannot accept volunteers with unspent criminal convictions or who are subject to criminal registers/orders
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By 2030, we want to see advances across the spectrum of heart and circulatory diseases; we want to prevent these conditions from developing and we want those with existing conditions to have better, longer lives
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