Could you volunteer in your local Oxfam Charity Shop and help make a difference this year?
Join our fantastic team of local people who raise funds to help people facing poverty all over the world. Become a Volunteer You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most.
As a Retail Volunteer, you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence.
Why not try a bit of everything?
• Sorting donations including checking and pricing
• Serving customers on the till
• Create stylish window displays
• Keeping the shop fully stocked
• Helping donors as they come in Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. By volunteering a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
At Oxfam, we know that everybody can make a real difference.
People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role that works for you.
We’d love you to join our friendly team so simply click apply to complete our simple Online Application Form.
The shop manager will contact you as soon as possible and will arrange a convenient time for you to visit the shop and have a chat about volunteering.
Part-time hours: 4-16 per week Job Types:
Part-time, Volunteer COVID-19 considerations:
Protecting staff, volunteers and customers from Covid-19 remain a priority.
Screens are in place at tills with readily available hand sanitiser and masks.
*This role is for 16 years and above. When you register, please can you state your age (or if you are 18+). If you are 16 or 17 years, please can you state the contact details for your parent or guardian, as we are required to contact them first*
Skills
Benefits of Becoming a Volunteer
• Great way to meet new people from your local community
• Be part of a friendly team • Help Oxfam make a positive change to the world
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
• Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
• Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Details
- Diversity and equal opportunities policy
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
*This role is for 16 years and above. When you register, please can you state your age (or if you are 18+). If you are 16 or 17 years, please can you state the contact details for your parent or guardian, as we are required to contact them first* - Child Protection
- Complaints Policy
- Confidentially Policy
- DBS check required
- Ex Offenders
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Suitable for Supported Volunteering
- Suitable for Under 16's
- Suitable for Under 18's
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Vulnerable Adults Policy
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 16/02/2022
End Date: 16/10/2024
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
We are looking for volunteer for any day of the week, any slot of time.
Location
34 Upper St James Street
Newport
PO30 1LB
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