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Homewares Volunteer

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Stoke-on-Trent

Requirements

  • Interested in collectibles, homewares and bric-a-brac?
  • Volunteers must be aged 16 or over.
  • Volunteers must not have unspent criminal convictions.
  • This is an unpaid voluntary position.

Responsibilities

  • Following our display guidelines and using your creative skills to maintain attractive displays of homewares in our charity store
  • Keeping our homewares department fully stocked with fresh items
  • Sorting out and cleaning donated ornaments, collectibles and pictures
  • Following our guidelines to value and price donated ornaments, collectibles and pictures

FAQs

What age do I need to be to apply for this volunteering role?

You must be aged 16 or older to apply, as we cannot accept volunteers under 16.

Is this a paid position?

No, this is an unpaid voluntary position in a friendly charity shop.

What kinds of tasks will I be doing as a Homewares Volunteer?

Typical tasks include creating displays of homewares, keeping the department stocked, sorting and cleaning donated items, and valuing and pricing collectibles.

What skills do I need to have for this role?

An interest in collectibles and homewares, as well as creativity for maintaining attractive displays, are desirable skills for this role.

How flexible are the volunteering hours?

Volunteering hours are flexible. You can spare a few hours a week or a couple of hours occasionally, based on your availability.

Are there any benefits to volunteering with the British Heart Foundation?

Yes, there are several benefits including a 25% discount on donated goods, 10% discount on new goods, free confidential support, access to training and development, and reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses.

What kind of support will I receive while volunteering?

You will have access to unlimited, free, and confidential support from Retail Trust, as well as training and development opportunities.

Will I receive any recognition for my volunteer work?

Yes, you will receive volunteer certificates, references, and long service awards as recognition for your contribution.

Can I volunteer if I have a criminal conviction?

Unfortunately, we cannot accept volunteers with unspent criminal convictions.

Is there anything provided during my volunteering hours?

Yes, refreshments will be available during your volunteering hours.

The largest independent funder of research into heart and circulatory diseases in the UK

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1961
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Mission & Purpose

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is a charitable organisation dedicated to combating heart disease through research, education, and support. The BHF's primary mission is to save lives and improve cardiovascular health by funding groundbreaking research, advocating for heart-healthy lifestyles, and providing support to those affected by heart conditions. Their purpose revolves around preventing heart diseases, promoting awareness, and advancing medical knowledge to ensure a world where individuals live longer, healthier lives, free from the impact of heart-related illnesses. Through their multifaceted approach, the BHF strives to make a significant and lasting impact on heart health in the United Kingdom.