Volunteer Driver’s Mate - Sutton in Ashfield
OFFERED BY:
Age UK Nottingham & NottinghamshireLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 29 Forest Street Sutton in Ashfield Nottinghamshire NG17 1DAHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
The Sutton in Ashfield Shop is part of the Income generation team.
The Volunteer Drivers Mate role is to help with collections and deliveries of furniture, and transfer of stock between our shop in Sutton in Ashfield and our storage unit at Ransom Wood.
The Volunteer Drivers Mate role is to help with collections and deliveries of furniture, and transfer of stock between our shop in Sutton in Ashfield and our storage unit at Ransom Wood.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Role Location: 29 Forest Street, Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1DA
What is the purpose of this role?
To help with collections and deliveries of furniture, and transfer of stock between our shop in Sutton in Ashfield and our storage unit at Ransom Wood.
What impact does this role have?
This role helps the shops to run efficiently and effectively, to be able to sell products for Age UK Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, which in turn, can be used to allow Age UK Notts to continue to run effective services for older people.
What activities might you be involved in?
• Travelling with the driver to pick up donated items (furniture, white goods, bric-a-brac, clothing, or a mix of all 4)
• Completing deliveries with the driver to customers’ homes
• Processing items at Ransom Wood storage unit when there is no room to deposit them straight into the shop.
• Volunteering in line with the Charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the Volunteer Code of Conduct
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The Sutton Shop is open Monday – Saturday between 10am and 4pm, and we are looking for individuals to support on one day each week (to be discussed and agreed following a successful interview).
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role which will include a thorough induction.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
• The chance to make a difference to older people’s lives
• Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
• A comprehensive training programme
• The opportunity to learn new skills
• Experience to add to your CV
• The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook
Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
What is the purpose of this role?
To help with collections and deliveries of furniture, and transfer of stock between our shop in Sutton in Ashfield and our storage unit at Ransom Wood.
What impact does this role have?
This role helps the shops to run efficiently and effectively, to be able to sell products for Age UK Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, which in turn, can be used to allow Age UK Notts to continue to run effective services for older people.
What activities might you be involved in?
• Travelling with the driver to pick up donated items (furniture, white goods, bric-a-brac, clothing, or a mix of all 4)
• Completing deliveries with the driver to customers’ homes
• Processing items at Ransom Wood storage unit when there is no room to deposit them straight into the shop.
• Volunteering in line with the Charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the Volunteer Code of Conduct
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The Sutton Shop is open Monday – Saturday between 10am and 4pm, and we are looking for individuals to support on one day each week (to be discussed and agreed following a successful interview).
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role which will include a thorough induction.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
• The chance to make a difference to older people’s lives
• Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
• A comprehensive training programme
• The opportunity to learn new skills
• Experience to add to your CV
• The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook
Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
What are we looking for?
• The physical ability to lift and move furniture and other stock so applicants should be physically fit and be able to complete these tasks
• A willingness to complete a variety of tasks both at the shop and at the Ransom Wood storage unit.
• An individual who gets on well with people to facilitate good customer service.
• A willingness to learn how to use the shop tills and to process card payments
• Ability to use and have access to the internet to share stock on social media.
• The physical ability to lift and move furniture and other stock so applicants should be physically fit and be able to complete these tasks
• A willingness to complete a variety of tasks both at the shop and at the Ransom Wood storage unit.
• An individual who gets on well with people to facilitate good customer service.
• A willingness to learn how to use the shop tills and to process card payments
• Ability to use and have access to the internet to share stock on social media.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
Within 2 weeks
How long to complete training and recruitment?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role. There is an application form, DBS & references
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes