Retail Volunteer (Felling Gateshead)

Our fantastic team of friendly and diverse volunteers play a vital role in helping our stores raise funds to support children, young people, and families. As a Retail Volunteer 1 you will be an important part of the in-store team. You will support with the day-to-day tasks of the charity shop; these tasks will vary which will require an ability to be flexibility. 

Why we want you 

As a retail volunteer you will be an important part of the in-store team. You will support with the day-to-day tasks of the charity shop; these tasks will vary which will require an ability to be flexibility. 

What you will be doing 

• Work on till processing customer sales 

• Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing 

• Create stylish window displays 

• Replenish stock on the shop floor 

• Support staff with stock-takes 

What's in it for you 

• Have fun and meet new people 

• Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving 

• Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families 

• Learning and development opportunities 

• Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer 

• In-store discount (20%) 

Disclaimer 

We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk 

The skills you need 

• Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks 

• Friendly and helpful 

• Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers 

• Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s