What you will be doing
- Making the most of everything donated to us
- Sorting through bags and boxes of kindly donated items
- Steaming and organising clothes to get them ready for sale
- Checking and pricing items
- Filling stock on the shop floor
- Spotting the most valuable and interesting items donated
What's in it for you
- Some lunch and travel costs
- Improve communication skills as part of a team
- Improve your organisation skills
- Boost your CV
- Grow your confidence and meet new people
- We can be flexible around your education, family, work, or health etc.
- Possible references for future employers
We need one reference and proof of ID for all volunteers and ask you to sign up
to Oxfam's Code of Conduct.
Skills
- Helpful and friendly
- Happy to be part of a team
- Excited to learn new skills
- Up for trying a range of shop tasks
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old. If a role is not suitable for someone under 18 we will happily try to find an alternative role. Parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those under 18. - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Ongoing support
- Volunteer induction
Full training by the shop manager. - Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 07/02/2020
End Date: 02/06/2025
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Location
99a Percy Street,
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne & Wear
NE1 7RT
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