Shift Lead Volunteer

OverviewShift Lead Volunteer (Nicolson Street Standard Shop)Note: This role is only suitable for applicants aged 18 and over.What you will doBy undertaking this role you will be enabling the shop to open for trading and close up, supervise and lead other volunteers in undertaking tasks and duties that enable the smooth running of the shop, and support the management team in task management.Why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for youBe a Second-hand Superhero: In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purposeIncrease Your Skills: If you have a particular interest, you can build on it to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as supervising a team, customer service, and teamwork.Find Your Community: Meet like-minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That's why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of itWhat happens next?After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do in the shop. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interestNote: This role is only suitable for applicants aged 18 and over.Volunteer roleShift Lead VolunteerVolunteer managerShop ManagerWhere you will be basedShopWhy we want youWe’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals aged 18 or over who want to make a difference in their community by helping their local Oxfam shop to stay open for as long possible. We need people to open and close the shop, and ensure volunteers know what tasks to undertake so the shop can run smoothly.No prior experience is needed, as we provide full training. If you’re open to learning, enjoy working with others, and have a passion for helping people, you’ll fit right inYou have the time to become a volunteer in your community; you might be looking for work experience, the opportunity to meet new people, or keep active.By volunteering with us in one of our amazing retail spaces you will be raising essential funds for Oxfam – all whilst learning new skills and meeting some incredible people.What you will be doingUndertaking shop related tasks agreed with the Manager, for example:Opening or closing the shop.Ensuring that the shop is ready to trade or cashing up at the end of tradeAllocating tasks to members of the volunteer team.Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock.Chatting to customers, giving great service on the till.Researching valuable and vintage stock.Visual merchandising: creating eye-catching window and in-store displays.Photographing and listing items for the online shop.This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.The skills you needWe ask that you are reliable and on time for your volunteeringFull training and support is given for this role - no prior experience is requiredHappy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with othersConfident communicatorWhat’s in it for youSome lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered)Access to training and developmentGrow your confidence and meet new peopleFlexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyleFree confidential support by the Retail TrustPossible references for future employersDisclaimerAdditional information:- We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any particular needs, please talk to the Manager, and we can consider possible adjustments.- We conduct ID checks for all volunteers and require one reference upon application. If you have any difficulties providing a reference, please speak to a manager for assistance.120-122 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9EJ, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr