Children support volunteer roles

Shop Volunteer

Hope House Children's Hospices

Harlescott, Shropshire (On-site)

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Charity Support

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Job description

Our shop volunteers are an important part of the Hope House retail team. Every item sorted, displayed and sold helps raise vital funds to support local children with life-threatening conditions and their families.

Whether you enjoy being organised, getting creative with displays, working behind the scenes or helping customers, there are lots of ways to get involved and we will work with you to find activities that match your interests, skills and confidence.

What You Could Be Doing

Depending on the shop's needs and what you enjoy, you may choose to help with:

- Sorting and preparing donated items for sale

- Organising stock in the stockroom

- Hanging, folding and pricing clothing

- Creating attractive displays and window features

- Replenishing shelves and shop floor stock

- Checking donations for quality and suitability

- Helping keep the shop clean, tidy and welcoming

- Identifying unusual or valuable items

- Supporting seasonal promotions and special events

- Assisting customers and donors

- Processing sales through the till

There is no expectation to do everything. We will help you find the areas that suit you best.

We Can Offer You....

- A welcoming, inclusive environment

- The opportunity to meet new people

- The chance to embrace your interests

- A way to utilise and develop your skills

- Flexible roles to suit your needs

- Support to build your confidence

- A welcoming and supportive team

- Experience to add to your CV and references (if required)

No previous retail experience is required. We will provide all the support and training you need.

Please pop into our shop for a chat!

Please note: This is a voluntary, unpaid role. We welcome applications from people looking to gain experience, develop skills, meet new people, support their local community, or use their existing skills to make a difference.

Shop Locations: Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Church Stretton, Welshpool, Chester, Wrexham, Flint, Nantwich, Llandudno, Bangor.

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