Sorting Assistant (Immediate Start)
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Join our team as a Sorting & Warehouse Volunteer (On-site)
About Us
The Women & Families Resource Centre (WFRC) is a registered charity based in Wolverhampton that supports, empowers, and advocates for women and children.
We aim to encourage women to become self-reliant by helping them identify their needs, make informed choices, and create their own solutions. Our services include a baby bank, a charity shop, and a range of community support initiatives for women facing crises or challenging circumstances.
Our Wolverhampton Baby Bank is a flagship project supporting families with children aged 0–3 by providing essential items such as nappies, clothing, toys, and bedding, alongside access to vital support services and community resources.
About the Role
We are looking for reliable and detail-oriented volunteers to join our Baby Bank team as Sorting Associates.
In this hands-on role, you will help organise, check, and prepare donated baby items to ensure they are safe, high-quality, and ready to support families in need. Your contribution will play a vital part in delivering essential support to the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Sort donated baby clothing, equipment, and essentials by category, size, and condition
- Inspect items to ensure they meet safety and quality standards
- Remove damaged, stained, or unsuitable items according to guidelines
- Label and organize items for storage or distribution
- Maintain cleanliness and order in sorting areas
- Follow operational SOPs and safety procedures
- Report inventory shortages or concerns to the Project Lead
- Support packing and preparation for client distribution when required
What We’re Looking For
- Previous volunteer or warehouse experience is an advantage but not required
- Must be physically able to stand, lift, and move items for extended periods
- Available for minimum required volunteer hours per week
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow structured processes
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Basic organizational skills
- Reliability and accountability
Volunteer Commitment
- Minimum 12 hours per week and at least 4 hours per shift
- Attend agreed shifts consistently and provide notice if unable to attend
- Carry out tasks responsibly with professionalism and confidentiality
- Treat service users, staff, and fellow volunteers with respect and compassion
- Communicate openly about availability or concerns
- Follow scheduling processes to ensure smooth service delivery
- Work collaboratively and report safeguarding concerns when necessary
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a meaningful cause supporting women and families
- Gain hands-on experience in a warehouse-style environment
- Develop practical skills in organisation, teamwork, and operations
- Work in a supportive and community-driven environment
Apply Now
If you’re looking to make a real difference while gaining valuable experience, we’d love to hear from you.
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We develop, support and maintain policies, programs, projects, and activities that inform, educate, empower and celebrate women and families.
