Shop volunteer in-Ashfield

97 Outram Street, Sutton In Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4BG

Please note: This shop is part of a national shop‑closure programme and is scheduled to close within the next 12 months. We are still welcoming volunteers, as they remain essential for raising funds for cancer research. The volunteering experience is meaningful for as long as the shop remains open.

Our shops raise millions of pounds every year to fund life‑saving research. By giving your time, you’ll join a movement of people passionate about beating cancer.

You’ll be welcomed into a friendly, supportive team, where you’ll gain valuable skills, build confidence, and make new friends while making a real difference for people affected by cancer.

Volunteering in our shops is exciting and rewarding. From styling windows with pre‑loved fashion to talking with customers and making them feel welcome, volunteers are at the heart of our shop teams. Tasks may include:

• Greeting customers and offering a friendly, helpful service.
• Identifying quality items that could sell for a good price, helping to raise more money for the shop.
• Creating eye‑catching window displays and keeping the shop looking its best.
• Helping at the till by taking payments and asking customers if they’d like to donate through Gift Aid or round up their total to support the shop's fundraising.
• Taking part in team activities to fundraise for campaigns like Stand Up To Cancer.

You don’t need any experience to volunteer, just motivation, enthusiasm, and a love for teamwork.

We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Flexible and willing to dive into a variety of tasks.
• Enthusiastic about helping to raise vital funds through the shop’s activities.
• Team players who enjoy a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Ready to bring energy and passion to help us beat cancer together.

The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 18. If you are aged between 16 and 17, you may volunteer only if you are on a recognised scheme, such as short‑term work experience organised by your school.

You must be living in the UK to volunteer in one of our shops.

We ask all applicants to disclose any unspent criminal convictions.

We have shops and superstores across the UK, ranging from traditional high‑street stores to larger retail park locations. Each offers a different experience, so there’s something for everyone. Find opportunities near you by entering your preferred location when searching.

Volunteering with us is easy and flexible; whether you can give a few hours a week or a few days, your manager will help organise shifts that work best for you.

We want you to get the most out of your volunteering experience, and our friendly team will be there to support you all the way.

Once you've submitted your application, we’ll review it. A shop manager will then be in touch to invite you to a taster session where you can meet the team, learn more about the role and decide if it feels right for you.

If you decide to join, we’ll provide a full induction and offer ongoing training opportunities to ensure you’re fully confident in your role.

We can also reimburse reasonable travel and other out‑of‑pocket expenses, as agreed in advance with your manager.

As well as making a huge impact on our mission to beat cancer, volunteering with us can also have a range of benefits for you, from boosting your wellbeing to discovering useful new skills and interests.

By joining us as a volunteer, you'll have the chance to:

• Develop skills that are valuable in the workplace.
• Build confidence and make new friends.
• Give back to your local community.
• Have fun volunteering alongside like‑minded people supporting the same cause.

At Cancer Research UK we exist to beat cancer. Over the last 50 years we’ve helped double cancer survival in the UK. To make these advances possible, we rely on volunteers who give their time to help fund research that saves lives.

By volunteering, you’re helping to bring us closer to a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.

At Cancer Research UK we know that having a diverse volunteer community will help us to beat cancer. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We will happily consider making any reasonable adjustments to support volunteer applications from people with a disability or health condition.