Charity Shop Volunteer

If you have a hands on and can do approach, and enjoy a mix of practical tasks and customer interaction, this will be the opportunity for you!

About this opportunity from HARP

About the Role
As a Charity Shop All-Rounder Volunteer, you will support the day-to-day running of our shops, helping to create a welcoming and well-presented environment for customers while raising vital funds to support people experiencing homelessness.
This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of practical tasks and customer interaction.
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Key Responsibilities
• Sorting and organising donations in the stock room
• Steaming, tagging, and pricing items ready for sale
• Replenishing and maintaining shop floor displays
• Serving customers and operating the till
• Supporting Gift Aid processes where appropriate
• Keeping the shop clean, safe, and presentable
• Providing a friendly and welcoming experience for customers
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What You’ll Gain
• Experience in retail and customer service
• Confidence using a till and handling transactions
• Opportunity to develop teamwork and communication skills
• The chance to directly support HARP’s work within the community
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Support & Training
• Full induction and on-the-job training provided
• Ongoing support from shop managers and Volunteer Champions
• Opportunities to develop within the role
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Expenses
Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with HARP’s volunteer expenses policy.

SKILLS

What We’re Looking For
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Reliability and good timekeeping
• Willingness to get involved in a variety of tasks
• Friendly and approachable manner
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Activity Types

Retail | Suitable for under 18

Interests

Homeless and Housing | Mental Health | Substance misuse and Addiction

Commitment

Flexible around the volunteer

Find out more

For more information about HARP and this role, visit them online.

To apply for this role, visit the Volunteer Essex website to register your interest.

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