Retail & Fashion

Looking to gain valuable experience and be part of something meaningful? Join Daisy Chain at our charity megastore on Team Valley Retail Park and help us make a real difference!

You’ll be part of a vibrant, dynamic team at the forefront of charity retail and social enterprise, learning skills that will benefit your future career while supporting an important cause.

Our retail operations play a vital role in funding Daisy Chain’s services for autistic individuals and their families. By volunteering with us, you’ll be directly contributing to this vital work while gaining hands-on retail experience that will set you up for success in the future.

Ready to gain real-world experience while giving back to a great cause? Apply today to volunteer with Daisy Chain and develop your skills in retail and business development!

Skills

At our megastore, you’ll work across a range of tasks, both on the shop floor and behind the scenes, with activities including:

  • Customer service: Providing an excellent shopping experience and helping customers with any queries.
  • Sorting donations: Organising and displaying donations to maximise their impact in the store.
  • Processing transactions: Handling sales and working with our till system.
  • Store operations: Learning about stock management, visual merchandising, and running an efficient retail operation.
  • Develop your business and commercial skills: Gain valuable experience in business operations, retail management, and social enterprise – skills that are highly transferable to any career.
  • Enhance your CV: This role will give you practical, hands-on experience that will make you stand out to future employers.
  • Learn about charity retail and social enterprise: This is a great opportunity to explore the unique aspects of retail within a charitable context.
  • Work in a supportive, team-driven environment: Join a passionate group of people and make a real difference in your community.

Details

  • Accessibility
    Accessible on the ground floor, lift to the first floor
  • Age restrictions
    18+ only
  • DBS check required
    Yes, enhanced, due to the nature of the people we support
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Travel expenses are covered outside of travel to volunteering location
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    Line management from a member of the team, and support throughout role
  • Training provided
    Varied, but mandatory include courses such as GDPR, manual handling and fire safety
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 19/05/2025

End Date: 31/05/2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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

4 hours a month is preferred.


Location

Daisy Chain Charity Megastore
Unit 3, Retail World
Team Valley Retail World
Gateshead
NE11 0BD


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