Volunteer Warehouse Assistant — Turn Donations Into Care

St Michael's Hospice, Hastings and Rother; England; On-site; Full time

Job description

Donation Centre Warehouse Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by turning generous donations into vital support for St Michael’s Hospice.

Join our team as a Donation Centre Warehouse Volunteer and play a key role in helping us process and prepare donated items for re-sale. From welcoming donors to sorting through treasures, every task you take on helps fund the care we provide.

About the Donations and Sorting Process

Every day, our warehouse receives a wide variety of donated items -from clothing and books to homeware, toys, and collectibles. As a volunteer, you’ll help sort through these donations with care and attention, identifying items suitable for our high street shops or online platforms. You’ll work as part of a friendly team to ensure each item is cleaned, priced, and allocated to the most appropriate sales outlet, helping us raise the maximum funds possible for hospice care.

Location

Availability

• Days: Monday-Friday
• Shifts: 9am-3pm
• Commitment: Minimum one shift per week

What You’ll Be Doing

• Greeting donors politely and advising on acceptable donations
• Sorting and processing donated items for re-sale in our shops and online
• Keeping your work area clean, tidy, and organised
• Complying with current Covid-safety measures
• Signing up new Gift Aid donors

Skills & Experience

• Good people and teamwork skills
• Reasonable level of physical fitness
• An interest in merchandise and an ‘eye for a bargain’
• Special interests or expertise (e.g., ceramics, art, antiques) are welcomed

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic and emotionally resilient
• Reliable, punctual, and well-organised
• Open to feedback and continuous learning
• Respectful of confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Able to work independently and follow procedures

Ready to make a meaningful impact?