Volunteer Shop Assistant

7 months ago


Preston, United Kingdom The A World UK CIC Full time

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Volunteer Shop Assistant

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience while helping others? Look no further We have the perfect role for you as a Volunteer Shop Assistant at our Community Interest Company (CIC) shop

About Us:
Established in 2019, based in Salford, The A World UK CIC has expanded across the North of England. Our main aim is to help and support the autistic community, however thanks to our community stores we are also able to support the local community by providing work and volunteering opportunities. The A World UK has been able to offer a variety of support over the past 3 years, supporting over 14,000 people through different funded events and services. By joining our team, you'll be an essential part of a vibrant, welcoming environment where every contribution counts.

The Role:
As a Volunteer Shop Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and assisting with the day-to-day operations of our shop. Your tasks may include:
Greeting and assisting customers with their inquiries

Organizing and displaying merchandise

Stocking shelves and maintaining a clean and tidy shop environment

Collaborating with other team members to ensure smooth operations

What We Offer:
Volunteering with us is not just about giving back; it's also a fantastic opportunity for personal growth and development. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
Meaningful Connections: Interact with a diverse group of individuals, including customers, fellow volunteers, and community members, fostering lasting friendships and professional relationships.

Learning Opportunities: Gain valuable retail experience, improve your customer service skills, and develop a strong work ethic that will benefit you in future endeavours.

Rewards and Recognition: We appreciate the dedication and commitment of our volunteers. We provide regular recognition, certificates, and references to acknowledge your outstanding contributions.

Flexible Schedule: We understand that you have other commitments in life, so we offer flexible scheduling options to ensure volunteering fits seamlessly into your routine.

Make a Difference: By joining our team, you'll actively contribute to creating positive change within our community. Every sale and interaction directly supports the autistic community and helps us our mission of giving everyone with autism a voice.

**Job Type**: Volunteer

**Salary**: £0.01 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Free or subsidised travel
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Preston Volunteer



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