Retail Volunteer (North Berwick)

Oxfam International; North Berwick; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Some lunch and travel costs paid

Access to training and development

Flexible volunteering schedules

Free confidential support

Job summary

Oxfam International in North Berwick is looking for enthusiastic Retail Volunteers to help raise funds for the community. Volunteers will work in shops engaging with customers, sorting donations, and creating displays while gaining valuable experience.

This role entails flexible schedules that suit your lifestyle and includes comprehensive training to ensure a supportive environment. Volunteer benefits also include some reimbursement for lunch and travel.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required as full training and support are provided.
• Must be reliable and punctual for volunteering.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Select, sort, and price donated stock.
• Provide excellent customer service on the till.
• Research valuable and vintage stock.
• Create eye-catching window and in-store displays.
• Photograph and list items for the online shop.

Skills

Reliability

Team collaboration

Job description

Please note: This role is only suitable for applicants aged 18 and over.

Volunteer role

Retail Volunteer

Volunteer manager

Shop Manager

Where you will be based

Shop

Why we want you

We’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals aged 18 or over who want to make a difference in their community. 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 in!

You 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 doing

• Undertaking shop related tasks agreed with the Manager, for example:
• 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 need

• Reliability and punctuality for your volunteering.
• No prior experience required – full training and support is given.
• Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others.

What's in it for you

• Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered).
• Access to training and development.
• Grow your confidence and meet new people.
• Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle.
• Free confidential support by the Retail Trust.
• Possible references for future employers.

Disclaimer

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.

51 High Street, North Berwick, East Lothian Council, EH39 4HH, United Kingdom