Weekend General Shop Volunteer

Kentvolunteers; Tankerton; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses reimbursed

50% off donated items

Full training provided

Support for different abilities

Opportunity to meet new people

Job summary

A charitable organization in Tankerton is seeking volunteers for a diverse role in their shop. Responsibilities include receiving donations, sorting items, assisting customers, and creating displays. Full training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary, making this a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to help in their community. Flexible hours are available, primarily on weekends, and travel expenses are reimbursed. This role offers a chance to contribute positively while gaining new skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed, just a willing and helpful attitude.
• Flexibility in availability is required.
• Minimum age requirement of 18.

Responsibilities

• Receive donations and sort, label, and price items.
• Welcome and assist customers in the shop.
• Create shop displays and restock items.
• Perform light cleaning and support online sales.

Skills

Teamwork

Talking To Others

Basic IT skills - internet & email

Job description

Organisation

Sue Ryder

Short Description

This is an all-rounder role in our shop, get involved in a little bit of everything.

Detailed Description

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. The role is varied; you could be doing any of the following during a volunteering shift:

• Receive donations from our supporters
• Help to sort, label and price our items before sale
• Welcome, greet and help our customers
• Serve customers on the till (training provided)
• Create wonderful shop displays, re‑stock our items on the shop floor
• Light cleaning/tidying duties to keep the shop inviting and well presented
• Supporting with our online eBay sales (training provided)

Activities you will be doing

• Advice, Information & Support
• Retail & Charity Shops
• Employee & Group Volunteering

What skills are required for this role

• Teamwork
• Talking To Others
• Basic IT skills - internet & email

these skills are required

You don’t need any experience to join us as a volunteer, you just need to be willing and helpful with a flexible and enthusiastic approach. Full training is provided and we can be flexible around your availability. We are specifically looking for people who are available on Sunday or Saturdays, flexible hours to suit you, you do not need to commit to every Sunday or Saturday.

What is in it for you

• Opportunity to be part of a wonderful team, gain new skills and experience, and contribute to making a difference to our service users and their families
• Travel expenses reimbursed for a small regular commitment
• 50% off our donated items across all our UK shops
• Inclusive charity welcoming all people with differing abilities and support needs
• Full training and regular 1:1 support if needed
• Meet new people and be part of a lovely team
• Minimum age requirement in our shops of 18

Time Commitment

We are specifically looking for people who are available on Sunday or Saturdays, flexible hours to suit you, you do not need to commit to every Sunday or Saturday.

Postcode

CT5 2AJ

Role Address

Sue Ryder Shop118 Tankerton RoadTankertonWhitstableKentCT5 2AJ

Directions

We have 2 shops on this high street. This role is within our smaller non furniture shop.

Number of volunteers required

5

Application Process

• Application Form
• ID Check
• References
• Informal Discussion (may include an interview)