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 |
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