Volunteer Shop Assistant

3 weeks ago


Carlisle, United Kingdom DEBRA Full time

We're recruiting new volunteers for our DEBRA Carlisle charity shop, soon to open in Autumn/Winter 2022.

Join our friendly team and do something you'll really love Whether you're looking to learn new skills, gain experience in retail, meet new people or just have fun, our wide range of activities mean we have a perfect role for everyone.

If you are passionate about helping to make a difference through giving your time, then why not get in touch?

The role will involve:

- Serving customers and using the computerised till to take payments for purchases
- Sorting donated stock, clothing and bric-a-brac
- Recording donor details for gift-aid
- Using a steaming appliance on donated clothes
- Assisting the shop manager with any other task to keep the shop running efficiently

DEBRA is the national charity that funds research and healthcare to support individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) - a painful genetic skin blistering condition which, in the worst cases, can be fatal.

**Job Type**: Volunteer

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):
If you need some assistance with this question, please consult the official guidance on the 1974 Rehabilitation Act for further information. Please note that having a conviction will not necessarily stop you from volunteering. If a criminal conviction is declared, a risk assessment will be completed, taking into account the circumstances and background of the offence(s) before any offer of volunteering is made.

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person



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