Job Description
Our retail roles are varied and fun. You could be sorting donations from the public, dressing our window or serving customers on the till. There are many people from different walks of life and it's a great way to get practical experience and to meet new people.This role will take place on a weekly basis for a few hours.
We will try our best to be flexible around the best time for you, but also need to consider the store opening times and volunteer rota. It could be a weekday or weekend, morning or afternoon, our stores are usually open 7 days a week. Wed appreciate any time that you can spare.Whilst in the store, you will help with activities based on the needs of the Store Manager.Tasks you could get up to whilst volunteering could include:Serving customers on the tillTaking stock donations from the publicTagging and steaming stock for the shop floorDressing the window displaysAsking people to join us as a volunteerAs a Retail Volunteer you will be:Friendly and ApproachableReliable, Kind and PatientA good communicator (including listener)Willing to volunteer within guidelines and to take direction where necessaryAccepting of others who might be different to yourselfAs a Mencap volunteer you will:Make new friends and raise important funds for people with a learning disabilityGet reasonable out-of-pocket expenses in line with our policy e.g.
travelReceive full Training and supportVolunteer alongside other peopleHave a chance to give back your local communityAbout Mencap Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.TPBN1_UKTJ