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Retail Volunteer at The Children's Trust Shop - Canterbury

The Children's Trust

Our volunteers support our Shop Managers in the smooth, day-to-day operations of all shop activities, to help raise vital funds for children with neuro-disability.

Detailed Description

Our volunteers support our Shop Managers in the smooth, day-to-day operations of all shop activities, to help raise vital funds. Some volunteers give us two hours a week, others give us 20. We welcome young people as volunteers too – you just need to be 13 or over. We’re looking for someone who is happy to work as part of a team of volunteers providing excellent customer service. You’ll be reliable, trustworthy and committed with a ‘can do’ friendly attitude. What will the role involve? • Drive sales through great customer service • Work on the till to serve customers • Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing • Create stylish window displays • Replenish stock on the shop floor • Administering Gift Aid donations What can this role offer you? • The opportunity to learn new skills • Community & Team work • Confidence and valuable experience for your CV • Recognition of volunteering hours • A work related reference • Pride in knowing you have played a vital part in supporting thousands of children with acquired brain injury, neuro-disability, and complex health needs, throughout the UK How we will support you • Volunteer induction into The Children’s Trust • Relevant training • Local travel and lunch expenses, paid in line with our policy The Children’s Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with brain injury. We deliver rehabilitation, education and community services through skilled teams who work with children and young people, and their families. We have 18 charity shops across Surrey, Kent and Sussex and our team of dedicated volunteers help run all of them. Volunteer with us in the shops to meet new people, gain new skills and make a difference to the lives of children with brain injury and neurodisability.

Activities you will be doing

Retail & Charity Shops

What skills are required for this role

Cleaning & Tidying, Teamwork, Talking To Others, Organising & Planning

Why these skills are required

We’re looking for someone who is happy to work as part of a team of volunteers providing excellent customer service. You’ll be reliable, trustworthy and committed with a ‘can do’ friendly attitude.

What is in it for you

• The opportunity to learn new skills • Community & Team work • Confidence and valuable experience for your CV • Recognition of volunteering hours • A work related reference • Pride in knowing you have played a vital part in supporting thousands of children with acquired brain injury, neuro-disability, and complex health needs, throughout the UK

Time Commitment

N/A

CT1 2AT

The Children's Trust Shop 5A St Peter's Street, Canterbury CT1 2AT

N/A

10

Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
13+
We Welcome
Refugees and asylum seekers, people with additional needs or disabilities.
Location
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