FAQs
What is the primary purpose of the volunteer role in the Book Department?
The primary purpose of the volunteer role is to help price, organize, and display a wide range of donated books in our charity shop, supporting the charity's mission to fund lifesaving research for heart and circulatory diseases.
What age group can volunteer for this position?
We are unable to accept volunteers aged under 16.
Is this a paid position?
No, this is an unpaid volunteering position.
What are some typical tasks that I would undertake as a Book Department Volunteer?
Typical tasks include keeping the book department fully stocked with donated books, sorting book donations, following guidelines to value and price books, and identifying rare and collectible books for online selling.
Is any physical activity involved in this volunteer position?
Yes, some lifting and carrying of books is involved, so volunteers should be prepared for that as books can be heavy.
What are the benefits of volunteering with the British Heart Foundation?
Benefits include a 25% discount on donated goods and a 10% discount on new goods, unlimited free support by Retail Trust, access to training and development, reasonable travel expenses reimbursement, refreshments, volunteer certificates, references, long service awards, and discounts with other retailers.
How flexible is the volunteering schedule?
The volunteering opportunity is flexible, allowing volunteers to spare a few hours a week or a couple of hours occasionally.
Can I volunteer if I have unspent criminal convictions?
No, we are unable to accept volunteers with unspent criminal convictions.
Will I receive any formal recognition for my volunteering efforts?
Yes, volunteers will be provided with certificates, references, and long service awards as recognition for their efforts.
Is there any training provided for Book Department Volunteers?
Yes, volunteers have access to training and development opportunities.