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The British Red Cross is a volunteer-led movement that connects those who have kindness to share, with the people who need it most.
 
We help people in crisis get the support they need anywhere in the UK and around the world.
 
The people we help can trust that we’re completely neutral, independent and impartial. Our supporters know that we help those most in need, and our staff and volunteers can see they’re a part of a unique movement which anyone is welcome to join.

Non-profit

British Red Cross

Non-profit sector 

For over 150 years, the British Red Cross has helped people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are.

You must be at least 18 years old, have no prior experience, commit to agreed hours, and provide notice for any changes. Full training will be offered.

You will assist drivers with delivering and collecting items, moving stock between shops, loading/unloading bulky items, and maintaining an organized, tidy van and warehouse.

Customer Relations

Facilities Management

Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock &amp; preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Van Assistant volunteers.** Our shop delivers and collects within the local area. Our volunteers help the driver to safely load and transport these items to and from our customers. **Van Assistant volunteer - typical activities** - Supporting drivers by helping to deliver and collect items across the local area. - Moving stock to other shops - Helping load and unload items for delivery (including bulky items) in line with our health and safety guidelines. - Keeping the van and warehouse well organised and tidy No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **The minimum age for this role is 18** Please note there is no expectation to use a till or 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 <br>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. <br>
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    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays<br> <br> Sorting donations for selling in the shop<br> <br> Meeting new people
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    Skills: No previous experience is needed<br> <br> A warm smile and a friendly outlook
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    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team<br> <br> Build up your confidence<br> <br> A great opportunity to use your existing skills or gain new ones<br> <br> Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training<br> <br> 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
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Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock & preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Van Assistant volunteers.** Our shop delivers and collects within the local area. Our volunteers help the driver to safely load and transport these items to and from our customers. **Van Assistant volunteer - typical activities** - Supporting drivers by helping to deliver and collect items across the local area. - Moving stock to other shops - Helping load and unload items for delivery (including bulky items) in line with our health and safety guidelines. - Keeping the van and warehouse well organised and tidy No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **The minimum age for this role is 18** Please note there is no expectation to use a till or 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 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. 


 
  
   
    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays  Sorting donations for selling in the shop  Meeting new people
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Skills: No previous experience is needed  A warm smile and a friendly outlook
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team  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
   
  


Shop Volunteer (Van Assistant - Ballymena Furniture) - British Red Cross

British Red Cross Volunteer

Shop Volunteer (Van Assistant - Ballymena Furniture)

You need no experience, just a few flexible hours weekly, and a willingness to attend an assessment. We're open to all, including refugees and asylum seekers; adjustments can be discussed.

You will research and price books, display them attractively, maintain the book section, assist customers, and help with general tasks like operating the till.

Preston

Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock &amp; preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Book Specialist volunteers to help in our shop.** You will help to sort, price and display our fantastic range of donated books in the shop. If you have a keen interest in books, then this may be for you! **Book Specialist volunteers - typical activities:** - Researching and pricing books - Attractively displaying books for sale - Maintaining the book section of the store - Helping and advising customers - Undertaking general activities as needed including helping on the till where requested. No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **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 on 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 <br>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. <br>
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    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays<br> <br> Sorting donations for selling in the shop<br> <br> Helping customers on the shop floor<br> <br> Using the till
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    Skills: No previous experience is needed<br> <br> A warm smile and a friendly outlook<br> <br> Complete training (provided) prior to starting
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    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team<br> <br> Gain or pass on retail experience<br> <br> A great opportunity to use your existing skills or gain new ones<br> <br> Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training<br> <br> 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
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</ul>

Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock & preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Book Specialist volunteers to help in our shop.** You will help to sort, price and display our fantastic range of donated books in the shop. If you have a keen interest in books, then this may be for you! **Book Specialist volunteers - typical activities:** - Researching and pricing books - Attractively displaying books for sale - Maintaining the book section of the store - Helping and advising customers - Undertaking general activities as needed including helping on the till where requested. No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **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 on 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 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. 


 
  
   
    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays  Sorting donations for selling in the shop  Helping customers on the shop floor  Using the till
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Skills: No previous experience is needed  A warm smile and a friendly outlook  Complete training (provided) prior to starting
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team  Gain or pass on retail experience  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
   
  


Shop Volunteer (Book Specialist - Preston) - British Red Cross

Shop Volunteer (Book Specialist - Preston)

You must be at least 18 years old, willing to commit a few hours per week/weekend, and open to complete training. No prior experience needed; all backgrounds welcome.

You will assist drivers with deliveries, collect and move stock, load/unload items following safety guidelines, and maintain organization within the van and warehouse.

Logistics

Lancaster

Shop Volunteer (Van Assistant - Poulton-Le-Fylde) - British Red Cross

Shop Volunteer (Van Assistant - Poulton-Le-Fylde)

You need retail experience, people skills for excellent customer service, commercial awareness, IT proficiency, and flexibility to succeed in this role.

You will assist in running a customer-focused shop, oversee volunteers, ensure a great shopping experience, and manage daily operations on the shop floor and behind the scenes.

Hospitality & Retail

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  <b>Assistant Shop Manager</b>
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  <b>Location: Aviemore</b>
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  <b>Hours: 21 per week</b>
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  <b>Contract Type: Permanent</b>
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  <b>Salary: £22,495 per annum based on 35 hours per week</b>
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  <i>Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?</i>
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  We are looking for a dynamic <b>Assistant Shop Manager</b> to join our friendly charity shop team. This incredible opportunity will enable you to sharpen your retail skills while making an impact. Join us in our mission to create a world where kindness knows no bounds!
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 <p><br> <i> "I'm not delivering to a profit target to enhance someone's personal wealth. I'm making a real, visible contribution to supporting the work of my chosen charity"</i> - <b>Joanne, Regional Retail Manager</b></p>
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   Helping people in crisis begins at your local charity shop. Full of clothing, accessories, gifts, and our shops are home to everything from vintage gems to preloved fashion. Our team can't wait to welcome you, you’ll be learning from a team of experts and will have endless opportunities to develop. Are you ready to take on this exciting new role?<br> <br> <b>What will a day in the life of an Assistant Shop Manager look like? You'll be:</b><br>
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   <li>Collaborating with the shop manager to run a profitable, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.<br></li>
   <li>Working on the shop floor, to coordinating activity “behind the scenes”, no two days are the same.<br></li>
   <li>Fostering a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.<br></li>
   <li>Working collaboratively with the shop manager, you’ll oversee a team of dedicated volunteers, delivering their induction, management, and development.</li>
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    <b>To be a successful Assistant Shop Manager, what will you need?</b>
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    <li>To be a retail superstar with the experience and know-how from working in a shop environment.</li>
    <li>To be a 'people-person' who enjoys providing an excellent customer experience, leading a team, and meeting people from all walks of life.</li>
    <li>Commercial savvy with a good understanding of financial targets and measures, alongside proven IT skills.</li>
    <li>The ability to work flexibly.</li>
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    <b>The closing date for your application is Thursday 10th October 2024. </b>Early application is encouraged as the advert may close early, given high volume of applications.
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    <b>In return for your dedication and expertise, what will you get?</b><br>
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    <li><b>Holidays: </b>36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.</li>
    <li><b>Pension scheme: </b>Up to 6% contributory pension.</li>
    <li><b>Flexible working: </b>We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.</li>
    <li><b>Learning &amp; Development: </b>Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.</li>
    <li><b>Discounts: </b>Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.</li>
    <li><b>Wellbeing Assistance: </b>Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.</li>
    <li><b>Team Working: </b>Champion our mission in a collaborative team.</li>
    <li><b>Cycle2Work: </b>Lease a bicycle through the scheme<b>.</b></li>
    <li><b>Season ticket loan: </b>Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.</li>
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    <i>We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.</i>
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    <i>At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.</i><br> <br> <b><i>Connecting human kindness with human crisis</i></b>
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  Assistant Shop Manager
 
 
  Location: Aviemore
 
 
  Hours: 21 per week
 
 
  Contract Type: Permanent
 
 
  Salary: £22,495 per annum based on 35 hours per week
 
 
 
  Are you a retail superstar who is passionate about helping make a difference?
 
 
 
  We are looking for a dynamic Assistant Shop Manager to join our friendly charity shop team. This incredible opportunity will enable you to sharpen your retail skills while making an impact. Join us in our mission to create a world where kindness knows no bounds!
 
   "I'm not delivering to a profit target to enhance someone's personal wealth. I'm making a real, visible contribution to supporting the work of my chosen charity" - Joanne, Regional Retail Manager
 
 
  
   Helping people in crisis begins at your local charity shop. Full of clothing, accessories, gifts, and our shops are home to everything from vintage gems to preloved fashion. Our team can't wait to welcome you, you’ll be learning from a team of experts and will have endless opportunities to develop. Are you ready to take on this exciting new role?  What will a day in the life of an Assistant Shop Manager look like? You'll be:
  
  
   Collaborating with the shop manager to run a profitable, customer-focussed shop that is the 'window of the British Red Cross' on the high street.
   Working on the shop floor, to coordinating activity “behind the scenes”, no two days are the same.
   Fostering a brilliant shopping environment and provide an excellent customer experience in store.
   Working collaboratively with the shop manager, you’ll oversee a team of dedicated volunteers, delivering their induction, management, and development.
  
  
   
    To be a successful Assistant Shop Manager, what will you need?
   
   
    To be a retail superstar with the experience and know-how from working in a shop environment.
    To be a 'people-person' who enjoys providing an excellent customer experience, leading a team, and meeting people from all walks of life.
    Commercial savvy with a good understanding of financial targets and measures, alongside proven IT skills.
    The ability to work flexibly.
   
   
    The closing date for your application is Thursday 10th October 2024. Early application is encouraged as the advert may close early, given high volume of applications.
   
   
   
    In return for your dedication and expertise, what will you get?
   
  
  
   
    Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
    Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
    Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
    Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
    Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
    Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
    Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
    Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
    Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
   
   
    We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.
   
   
   
    At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.  Connecting human kindness with human crisis
   
  
 


Assistant Shop Manager - British Red Cross

Assistant Shop Manager

You should have a positive outlook, enjoy meeting new people, and be willing to learn to use a till. No experience needed; flexibility in hours is required. Full training provided.

You will operate the shop till, promote Gift Aid, assist customers, and engage in various tasks to support shop operations and fundraising efforts.

Bath

Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock &amp; preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Till and Customer Service volunteers to help us in our shop.** If you have a positive outlook, enjoy speaking to new people and are confident in learning how to use a shop till, then this may be for you. **Till and Customer Service - typical activities:** - Using the shop till to take payment for items - Promoting Gift Aid to maximise our fundraising potential - Helping and advising customers - Undertaking general activities in the shop No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **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 on 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 <br>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. <br>
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<ul>
 <li>
  <div>
   <div>
    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays<br> <br> Sorting donations for selling in the shop<br> <br> Helping customers on the shop floor<br> <br> Using the till
   </div>
  </div></li>
</ul> <br>
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    Skills: No previous experience is needed<br> <br> A warm smile and a friendly outlook<br> <br> Complete training (provided) prior to starting
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</ul> <br>
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    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team<br> <br> Gain or pass on retail experience<br> <br> A great opportunity to use your existing skills or gain new ones<br> <br> Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training<br> <br> 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
   </div>
  </div></li>
</ul>

Your local British Red Cross shop has a variety of activities available for volunteers to support us in. From sorting stock & preparing donated items for sale to providing great customer service to our donors and customers - we have something to suit most people’s interests. Our shop is a great place to learn new skills and share existing ones. **We are currently looking for Till and Customer Service volunteers to help us in our shop.** If you have a positive outlook, enjoy speaking to new people and are confident in learning how to use a shop till, then this may be for you. **Till and Customer Service - typical activities:** - Using the shop till to take payment for items - Promoting Gift Aid to maximise our fundraising potential - Helping and advising customers - Undertaking general activities in the shop No experience is needed. Full training will be provided. **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 on 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, these are all 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 role. If upfront 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. **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 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. 


 
  
   
    Tasks: Creating exciting window displays  Sorting donations for selling in the shop  Helping customers on the shop floor  Using the till
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Skills: No previous experience is needed  A warm smile and a friendly outlook  Complete training (provided) prior to starting
   
  
 


 
  
   
    Benefits: Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team  Gain or pass on retail experience  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
   
  


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