Volunteer: Charity Shop Assistant
We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our team. This role will start in the stock room, where you will become familiar with our inventory and operations. As you gain confidence and experience, you will transition to working on the shop floor, assisting customers, and contributing to the smooth running of the shop.
Start date: 14th August 2024
End date: 14th August 2028
When can volunteers volunteer? Weekly
Availability:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this organisation. E.G Monday morning.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
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| Evening |
Tasks the volunteer will be required to do:
Stock Room Duties:
Sorting and organising donated items.
Preparing items for display (cleaning, pricing, tagging).
Assisting with inventory management and stock rotation.
Ironing Stock
Shop Floor Duties:
Greeting and assisting customers.
Maintaining shop displays and ensuring the shop is tidy.
Providing excellent customer service and information about our charity.
Finally:
Operating the cash register and handling transactions.
Training:
Initial:
Introduction to the charity and its mission.
Tour of the shop and stock room.
Overview of health and safety procedures.
Stock Room Training:
Sorting and categorizing donations.
Pricing and tagging items.
Requirements: Willing to travel by public transport or find own way to volunteering location
Areas of Interest: Customer Services, Retail
What activities will the volunteer do? Administration, Customer Services, Fashion, Lending a helping hand, Retail
DBS Check Required: No
About the host organisation
Hosted by: Heywood Children's Charity, Little Monkeys