Shift Lead Volunteer (Heswall, Saturday 9am to 1pm and 1pm to 4.30pm)

Please note: This role is only suitable for applicants aged 18 and over.

Do you want to make a real difference? At Oxfam, we’re not just selling pre‑loved items and unique finds – we’re working together to build a radically better world. With your help, we will turn pre‑loved treasures into resources that empower communities worldwide.

By undertaking this role you will enable the shop to open for trading and close up, supervise and lead other volunteers in tasks and duties that enable the smooth running of the shop, and support the management team in task management.

Here’s why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:

• Be a Second‑hand Superhero: In our high‑street shops, e‑commerce hubs, and online shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!
• Increase Your Skills: If you have a particular interest, you can build on it to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as supervising a team, customer service, and teamwork.
• Find Your Community: Meet like‑minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.
• Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That’s why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.

Oxfam isn’t just another charity shop. We’re a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of it!

What happens next? After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you’d like to do in the shop. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!

Volunteer role: Shift Lead Volunteer

Volunteer manager: Shop Manager

Where you will be based: Shop

Why we want you: We’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals aged 18 or over who want to make a difference in their community by helping their local Oxfam shop stay open for as long possible. We need people to open and close the shop, and ensure volunteers know what tasks to undertake so the shop can run smoothly. No prior experience is needed, as we provide full training. If you’re open to learning, enjoy working with others, and have a passion for helping people, you’ll fit right in!

You have the time to become a volunteer in your community; you might be looking for work experience, the opportunity to meet new people, or keep active. By volunteering with us in one of our amazing retail spaces you will be raising essential funds for Oxfam – all whilst learning new skills and meeting some incredible people.

What you will be doing:

• Open or close the shop.
• Ensure that the shop is ready to trade or cash up at the end of trade.
• Allocate tasks to members of the volunteer team.
• Select, sort, and price donated stock.
• Chat with customers, giving great service on the till.
• Research valuable and vintage stock.
• Visual merchandising: create eye‑catching window and in‑store displays.
• Photograph and list items for the online shop.
• Occasionally lift boxes (we prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers).

The skills you need:

• Reliable and on time for your volunteering.
• Full training and support is given for this role – no prior experience is required.
• Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others.
• Confident communicator.

What’s in it for you:

• Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered).
• Access to training and development.
• Grow your confidence and meet new people.
• Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle.
• Free confidential support by the Retail Trust.
• Possible references for future employers.

Disclaimer: Additional information: We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any particular needs, please talk to the Manager, and we can consider possible adjustments. We conduct ID checks for all volunteers and require one reference upon application. If you have any difficulties providing a reference, please speak to a manager for assistance.

258/258a Telegraph Road, Heswall, Merseyside, CH60 7SG, United Kingdom