Do you love meeting and talking to people? Or perhaps you prefer sorting and organising in the background? Our charity shop in Newcastle Emlyn is something of a community hub, an inspiring and happy emporium. It is often the first place people hear about the hospice. If you’re on the shop floor then a large part of the day can be spent talking with and listening to customers. It can also be the first port of call for those with a terminal diagnosis or someone seeking help for a friend or loved one.
What will I be doing?
- Greeting customers warmly, helping them and sharing information about our hospice.
- Helping create attractive displays.
- Organising and refilling shelves and racks.
- Dusting, vacuuming and tidying.
- Receiving, sorting, pricing, and preparing donated items.
- Processing sales using cash and card payments.
- Helping us advertise special events through conversations, window displays and posters.
- Working together within the retail team to support the smooth running of the shop.
How much time should I give?
Ideally, one day of 5.5 hours a week.
What are the benefits of being a Volunteer Retail Assistant?
- Meet people, enjoy yourself and use your creativity.
- Sense of purpose from supporting a worthwhile cause and helping your local community.
- Being valued as an important part of a friendly team.
- Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Earning Tempo Time Credits to spend on fun activities both locally and across the UK.
- Travel expenses reimbursed.
What do I need to have?
- Shop floor volunteers need a friendly and approachable manner with excellent communication and people skills.
- Good organising ability
- Reliability and punctuality, with a sense of commitment and teamwork.
- Initiative and an eye for detail.
- Willingness to adapt to different tasks as and when shop priorities change.
- Experience in retail or customer service would be helpful but isn’t essential.
What training and support will I be given?
You will be supported by the Charity Shop Manager and given induction and training to ensure you feel confident and capable in your role. As part of the wider hospice team, you’ll also have the chance to take part in various team wellbeing and development opportunities, plus additional learning.
How do I find out more?
Email us or drop in at one of our Coffee Mornings at Skanda Vale Hospice. These are held between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm on the last Thursday of each month and offer the chance for an informal chat and a look around - while enjoying fresh coffee and homemade cake, free of charge. Come along, we’d love to meet you!