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Volunteer Sort Room Assistant

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management

AI generated summary

  • You should be organized, enjoy sorting donations, and have a passion for vintage clothing, jewelry, or reading. Flexible hours available; apply if you have spare time!
  • You will sort donations, organize items into categories, and uncover valuable finds, all while maintaining a neat and tidy environment in the shop. Flexibility in time commitment is available.

Requirements

  • Are you an organised person who likes things to be neat and tidy?
  • Would you enjoy shifting through our donations to uncover hidden gems and sorting into different categories?
  • Whether you’re a lover of vintage clothing, stunning jewellery or enjoy reading and gaming, this is the role for you.
  • The time commitment for this role is flexible and will be agreed in advance with the charity Shop Manager.
  • If you have any available hours to spare then please apply now as we would love to talk to you.
  • Please note - This is a volunteer role.

Responsibilities

  • Are you an organised person who likes things to be neat and tidy?
  • Would you enjoy shifting through our donations to uncover hidden gems and sorting into different categories?
  • Whether you’re a lover of vintage clothing, stunning jewellery or enjoy reading and gaming, this is the role for you.
  • The time commitment for this role is flexible and will be agreed in advance with the charity Shop Manager.
  • If you have any available hours to spare then please apply now as we would love to talk to you.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Volunteer Sort Room Assistant?

The main responsibility of a Volunteer Sort Room Assistant is to sort through donations, uncover hidden gems, and categorize items, ensuring an organised and tidy sorting area.

Is this a paid position?

No, this is a volunteer role.

How flexible is the time commitment for this role?

The time commitment for this role is flexible and will be agreed in advance with the charity Shop Manager.

What types of items will I be sorting through?

You will be sorting through a variety of items, including vintage clothing, stunning jewellery, books, and gaming items.

Who can apply for the Volunteer Sort Room Assistant position?

Anyone who is organised, enjoys neatness, and has an interest in sorting and categorising items can apply for this position.

How do I apply for the Volunteer Sort Room Assistant role?

You can apply by contacting the charity Shop Manager or following the application instructions provided by the Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd.

What values does the Salvation Army uphold in its operations?

The Salvation Army upholds the values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Equality.

What impact does the Salvation Army Trading Company have?

The Salvation Army Trading Company raises money and encourages reuse and recycling to support the vital work of The Salvation Army with vulnerable people in the UK and internationally.

Is prior experience required for this volunteer role?

No prior experience is required for the Volunteer Sort Room Assistant role, just a willingness to volunteer and a desire to help.

Non-profit
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd is the trading arm of The Salvation Army in the UK and Republic of Ireland. We were established in 1991 to help fund The Salvation Army’s vital work with vulnerable people in the UK, and today we raise money and encourage reuse and recycling through over 250 charity shops and donation centres, and a nationwide network of around 8,000 clothing banks. We are at the forefront of textile reuse and recycling, and we work closely with our key partners, including some of the biggest retail and online brands. Our work extends to different markets through other divisions, supporting our parent church and charity and music interests in the UK and internationally. With the support of the British public, we have raised over £80 million over the past 10 years to help the work of The Salvation Army. Our core purpose is ‘enabling mission and providing resource to help the work of The Salvation Army’ which we do following our values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Equality. Salvation Army Trading Company is a registered company (2605817)