Helping in our Charity Shops will not only help the staff in the shops but will ultimately help the animals in our Animal Rescue Sanctuary. You will have the opportunity to work in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the shop including putting out stock on the shelves, preparing donations for sale, helping at the till - whatever you want to try out.
Skills
No specific skills are needed for this opportunity, we will train you in all aspects of the job that you undertake.
Details
- Accessibility
Working in the shop is accessible to all. Preparing donations is up a flight of stairs - Age restrictions
All are welcome 18 and over - DBS check required
Not required - Equal Opportunities Policy
Part of the Employee Handbook - Expenses reimbursed
For volunteers working 4 or more hours in a day will have reasonable travel expenses reimbursed. - Health and Safety Policy
Health & Safety Policy Document and Volunteer Safety Handbook. - Ongoing support
Support will be provided by Head Office staff as well as the Shop Manager. - Training provided
Training will be provided for the different groups of volunteers by the Farplace Training Manager - Volunteer induction
Shop Manager will carry out the induction (Volunteer Induction Checklist) - Volunteer Policy
Volunteer Agreement Document - Volunteers covered by insurance
Each shop will display the ‘Certificate of Employers Liability Insurance’ - Written role description
We don't have a specific Role Description as this is dependant on the volunteer and the shop.
Application Process
- Informal Discussion
- References
- Trial Period
When can I volunteer?
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Any time that you can help. 9am - 5pm, Monday to Sunday
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