At a Glance
- Tasks: Help sort donations, create displays, and assist customers in a friendly environment.
- Company: Join the British Red Cross, a leading humanitarian organisation.
- Benefits: Gain retail experience, meet new people, and receive travel expenses for volunteering.
- Other info: Flexible hours with full training provided; we celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact while learning new skills and being part of an inclusive team.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just bring your smile and enthusiasm!
Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock and preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. We are currently looking for Stockroom Coordinator volunteers. If you are organised and interested in supporting us in our stockroom, then this may be for you!
What you will be doing:
- Unpacking and sorting donated items.
- Identifying and recording Gift Aid stock for sale.
- Keeping the stockroom clean and safe.
- Supporting other stockroom volunteers.
- Other general activities as required.
No experience is needed. Full training will be provided.
When can I volunteer? A few hours during the week/weekend - as agreed with the shop manager. There is no minimum commitment or fixed hours, we only ask that we agree hours you are confident you can attend and that you let us know where these hours may change.
Diversity is something we celebrate. We want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong. We want to create an inclusive environment and promote and spread the power of kindness. As part of creating an inclusive space we have an expenses policy that prioritises volunteers not being out of pocket for expenses linked to your role. If upfront costs are difficult, you can speak to your volunteering manager about this to find alternatives. We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us. We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone.
Health and Safety Statement: We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety. We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment. We will also have a conversation with you to discuss any adjustments you may need. As we take great care to ensure that all our volunteers are safe and supported, there may be some locations where we won’t be able to host 15-17 year olds. Please get in touch so that we can help you find a suitable volunteering opportunity.
The skills you need:
- No previous experience is needed.
- A warm smile and a friendly outlook.
- Complete training (provided) prior to starting.
What’s in it for you:
- Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team.
- Gain or pass on retail experience.
- A great opportunity to use your existing skills or gain new ones.
- Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training.
- An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a positive difference to people’s lives.
Shop Volunteer (Stockroom Coordinator - Ystradgynlais) employer: Cash Hub
The British Red Cross offers a rewarding volunteering experience as a Stockroom Coordinator in Ystradgynlais, where you can develop new skills while making a meaningful impact in your community. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and support, volunteers are provided with full training and reasonable travel expenses, ensuring that everyone can participate without financial burden. Join a dynamic team that celebrates diversity and kindness, and be part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation dedicated to helping those in need.
