Retail Volunteer (Seaham)

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 

 

Skills

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 


Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    14+ only
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 29/09/2025

End Date: 30/09/2026

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

Location

64 Church Street
Seaham
SR7 7HF

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