Stock Volunteer; Lanark

Please note:

This role is only suitable for applicants aged 18 and over.

Oxfam volunteers help turn pre-loved treasures into resources that empower communities worldwide. As a stock volunteer, you'll be behind-the-scenes, sorting and organising donations to keep our retail spaces well-stocked. Your keen eye for detail and passion for helping others will ensure our customers always have a great choice of items to buy.

Stock Volunteer

Shop Manager

Shop

• Be a Second-hand Superhero:
  In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!
• Increase Your
  
  Skills:
  
  Gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as following instructions, customer service, and teamwork.
• Find Your Community:
  Meet like-minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.
• Flexibility:
  We offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week can make a big difference.
• Impact:
  By volunteering with us, you raise essential funds for Oxfam while learning new skills and meeting incredible people.

• Undertaking shop-related tasks agreed with the Manager, for example:
• Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock
• Chatting to customers who drop off donations and other team members
• Preparing stock to be put out on the shop floor, ready for sale
• Researching valuable and vintage stock
• Photographing and listing items for the online shop
• This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.

• Be reliable and on time for volunteering
• No prior experience required; full training and support provided
• Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others

• Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager to understand what is covered)
• Access to training and development
• Grow your confidence and meet new people
• Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle
• Free confidential support by the Retail Trust
• Possible references for future employers

After you apply, the manager will invite you to an initial chat. This is not an interview, but a chance to discuss what you'd like to do in the shop. You can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whichever area of the shop interests you.

Additional information:
We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any particular needs, please talk to the Manager so adjustments can be considered. We conduct s for all volunteers and require one reference upon application. If you have difficulties providing a reference, please speak to a manager for assistance.