Volunteer - Retail Assistant - Eddisbury Square

Volunteer – Retail Assistant – Eddisbury Square

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Salary: N/A

Location: Eddisbury Square, Frodsham

This is a Permanent, Part‑time vacancy that will close in 2 months at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

We are looking for new volunteers to help at our Eddisbury Square shop in Frodsham.

We have various shifts available over 7 days a week and can offer some flexibility with times.

We need people who are customer focused, can cover front of house and operate the till. Full training and support will be given.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a lovely, welcoming team; make new friends, learn new skills and give something back.

For more information pop into the shop to see Sophie, Shop Manager or contact the Volunteer Service Team on 01244 851091 / Volunteerservices@hospicegs.com

About Us

The Hospice is a great place to work and volunteer. Based in Backford, Chester (with retail shops in Chester and Ellesmere Port), the Hospice provides specialist palliative and end‑of‑life care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.

Our specialist team of medical and nursing staff deliver end‑of‑life care to our patients and support their families, carers and friends but our services are varied across a number of disciplines.

Equality & Diversity Statement

We believe that equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination is a fundamental right for everyone, and that diversity within our organisation and our community is a strength to be valued, promoted and developed.

Being a part of and supporting such a diverse community, it is vital that our staff and volunteer team represents the community in which we work. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life and backgrounds irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

We do not discriminate against employees and volunteers or applicants and select the best person for each job or role based on relevant skills and experience.

Our Benefits

• Pension – Defined Contribution Company Pension scheme for all staff (and NHS pension for some Clinical roles* Conditions apply)
• NHS Terms and Conditions – NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions for Nurses and Health Care Assistants; SAS contract terms and conditions for Hospice Doctors
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits – Cycle to work, home technology, holidays and more
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support and counselling service for staff
• Discounts and Lifestyle Savings – Eligible for Blue Light Card and Vivup Highstreet savings in most retailers and supermarkets
• Generous holiday entitlement – Starting at 28 days + bank holidays and increasing with service
• Flexible Working – We offer flexible working and hybrid working for those roles that enable it
• Mental Health First Aiders on-site
• On‑site Café and staff discount
• Long Service Awards and Employee Recognition
• Free on‑site parking
• Wellbeing Initiatives

Our Values

• Compassion
• Dignity
• Respect
• Integrity