Shop Volunteer (General Assistant - Campbeltown)
The British Red Cross Society
Shop Volunteer (General Assistant - Campbeltown)
Salary Not Specified
The British Red Cross Society, Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: e9cf049ff24b4c9bb662ae36d646fe71
Full Job Description
computer in this volunteering role.
- 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. Interested? Please click the apply button and we will be in contact soon. Not sure? We have a range of opportunities and activities for volunteers in our shops, including Stock Assistant volunteers and more. These will all be available to view and apply to by searching your town/city name on this site. 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
- 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. If you have any questions before applying, please contact us at volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk
- Tasks: Creating exciting window displays
- Skills: No previous experience is needed
- Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team
role. If up front 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.
Why we want you: No two days in our shops are ever the same. From the exciting donations that come through our door, to the wonderful customers who shop with us, our shops are ever changing. But one thing that never changes is that we need volunteers to help us to spread the power of kindness.
Sorting donations for selling in the shop
Meeting new people
A warm smile and a friendly outlook
Build up your confidence
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