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Shop Volunteer (General Assistant - Troon)

  • Oxfam (Troon)
  • VO94914
  • Suitable for groups

Description

Join the Oxfam community
As a Retail Volunteer you will learn all about what goes into making our fantastic shop thrive. You can keep busy in the stockroom sorting and checking donations or be on the shop floor, serving customers and putting stock out on sale. Whatever suits you! Best of all you’ll be raising vital funds to support people facing poverty around the world.

About this role
We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.

You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most. As a Retail Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence. Why not try a bit of everything?

Sorting donations including checking and pricing
Serving customers on the till
Create stylish window displays
Keeping the shop fully stocked
Helping donors as they come in
Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.

If you can’t apply online, please visit the shop for a paper form or contact us on givetime@oxfam.org.uk

Everyone has something to offer
At Oxfam we know that everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role which works for you. You can find out more about volunteering with Oxfam here.

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!

Organisation aims and objectives

Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, poverty isn't inevitable. In just 15 years, extreme poverty has been halved. 15 more years and we can end it for good. Oxfam's network of over 650 shops is run by 23,000 volunteers and shop managers. Through the sale of donated goods and new products the shops contribute millions of pounds each year to help fund Oxfam's crucial work.

Availability

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Restrictions

Experience required: • An enthusiasm for Oxfam's work and helping others get involved • Ability to work within Oxfam’s guidelines and values • Ability to work as part of a team • Good communication skills • Attention to detail • Honesty, integrity, commitment and reliability
Minimum age: 14

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Lunch expenses and reasonable local travel costs can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam's policy
Taster available: Yes

Last updated a month ago

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