Shop Volunteer (General Assistant)

You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most. As a Retail Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence. Why not try a bit of everything?

Sorting donations including checking and pricing
Serving customers on the till
Create stylish window displays
Keeping the shop fully stocked
Helping donors as they come in
Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.

If you can’t apply online, please visit the shop for a paper form or contact us on givetime@oxfam.org.uk

Everyone has something to offer
At Oxfam we know that everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role which works for you. You can find out more about volunteering with Oxfam here.

What happens next?
After you apply the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you’d like to do in the shop. From there you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!

Experience required
• An enthusiasm for Oxfam’s work and helping others get involved
• Ability to work within Oxfam’s guidelines and values
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Honesty, integrity, commitment and reliability

Travel expenses
Lunch expenses and reasonable local travel costs can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam’s policy