At a Glance
- Tasks: Help customers, manage the till, and create eye-catching displays.
- Company: Join the British Red Cross, a leading humanitarian organisation.
- Benefits: Meet new friends, gain retail experience, and have travel expenses covered.
- Other info: Flexible hours with no minimum commitment; perfect for students!
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while having fun and learning new skills.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring a positive attitude and a friendly smile.
The predicted salary is between 7 - 10 £ per hour.
Your local British Red Cross shop offers a range of activities for volunteers, from sorting stock to providing great customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Using the shop till to take payment for items.
- Promoting Gift Aid to maximise our fundraising.
- Helping and advising customers.
- Undertaking general shop activities.
- Creating exciting window displays and sorting donations for sale.
Hours & Commitment
A few hours during the week or weekend, as agreed with the shop manager. No minimum commitment or fixed hours. We only ask that you agree on hours you can attend and notify changes.
Qualifications & Experience
No previous experience needed. Full training will be provided. A positive outlook, friendly smile, and confidence learning the till.
Benefits
- Meet new people and join an inclusive, dynamic team.
- Gain or pass on retail experience.
- Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role and training.
- Opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation.
Diversity and Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and welcome refugees, asylum seekers, and others in the UK. We aim to create an inclusive environment and provide a volunteer expenses policy that prioritises not being out-of-pocket.
Health & Safety
We take an individual approach to ensuring volunteer safety. Volunteers may be asked to complete a simple risk assessment and discuss adjustments. Some locations may not host 15-17 year olds.
Contact
For questions: volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk
Address: 67 Marygate, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1BA, United Kingdom
