Volunteer Telford

Being a sense shop volunteer is a great way meet people, boost confidence and gain valuable retail experience.

We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our Online Shop team.

You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.

Improve your communication skills as part of a team

Put your expertise to good use by focussing on what interests you the most

You’ll develop IT experience with ongoing support

Selling some of our most unusual and valuable items, you’ll know you’re making a real difference.

Along with learning all about this role, you can branch out and try other things. Whether it’s about the shop floor or behind the scenes, we will help you to learn as many skills as you want.

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!

What you will do:

The volunteer will be helping the chef in the preparation of meals, keeping the kitchen clean and tidy including fridges

Volunteer will also help in serving tea, coffee and cakes to customers.

Time commitment:

Monday to Friday between the hours from 12 noon till 2pm

Benefits:

Travel expenses will be paid

Certificate of achievement after 3 months of volunteering

Increase confidence and self-esteem

Develop new skills and make new friends

Access to training and progress to new opportunities.

Training: 

Volunteers are required to attend food safety training

This role will require a DBS check.

Being a Day Centre Volunteer puts you right at the heart of our work. You will interact with older people and help to make their time with us feel extra special. You will help our clients to feel comfortable, supported and add the magic 'spark' that makes our support so personal.

You'll help us to run a wide range of fun, safe and engaging activities such as arts & crafts and games, in addition to serving tea, coffee and refreshments.

If you're the kind of person who thrives on being around people, making a difference and spreading joy through your warm and friendly personality - we want to hear from you!

Main Organiser Duties:

Duties include organising: a small volunteer team, a variety of activities and outings for members. Offering company and friendship to the members.

General administrative duties including: liaising with Shropshire/Telford and Wrekin Age UK, overseeing duty of care to members and volunteers, managing the accounts.

What you will get out of it:

A great sense of satisfaction, enjoy interacting with older people

Do something different and socialise, enjoy being part of a team

Give something back to your community

Full training and support in aspects such as safeguarding, food safety and emergency first aid

Volunteers tell us they get a great deal from volunteering with us