Overview
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Opportunity
Retail Volunteer - South Queensferry Donation Centre 55127/A1
Responsibilities
* Sorting large amounts of donations and stock
* Work on the till processing sales and returns
* Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing
* Create stylish window displays
* Replenish stock on the shop floor
* Stock-take and other administrative tasks
What you will be doing
* Assisting in running the shop and supporting the team of volunteers
* Helping to move donations to ensure they end up in the right shops
Skills / Qualifications
* Friendly and helpful
* Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers
* Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s
* Flexible and willing to do a variety of shop tasks
Benefits / What’s in it for you
* Have fun and meet new people
* Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving
* Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families
* Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy including access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses
* Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer
Other information
* Minimum age 14
* Shop based
* Location: The Loan, South Queensferry, EH30 9SD, United Kingdom
* Disclaimer: We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don\'t fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo\'s Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk
Experience required
* The skills you need: Friendly and helpful
* Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers
* Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s
* Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks
Support
* What’s in it for you: Have fun and meet new people
* Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving
* Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families
* Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses
* Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer
Restrictions
Volunteers (aged 14-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity. Find out more
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