Volunteer Stockroom Assistant - Sutton in Ashfield
OFFERED BY:
Age UK Nottingham & NottinghamshireLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Sutton in Ashfield Retail Shop 29 Forest Street Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 1DAHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
The volunteer stockroom assistant helps the shop 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.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Role Location: Sutton in Ashfield Retail Shop (29 Forest Street , Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1DA) and throughout Nottinghamshire
What is the purpose of this role?
Supporting staff to manage the stockroom at the shop in Sutton in Ashfield.
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?
• Supporting staff to manage the stock room within the Sutton shop.
• Keeping racking clean and tidy.
• Organising space to maintain good health and safety systems.
• Accepting donations from supporters that visit the shop and encouraging those who are taxpayers to sign up to Gift Aid to increase the value of the donation when sold by 25%.
• 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
Additional Information
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?
Supporting staff to manage the stockroom at the shop in Sutton in Ashfield.
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?
• Supporting staff to manage the stock room within the Sutton shop.
• Keeping racking clean and tidy.
• Organising space to maintain good health and safety systems.
• Accepting donations from supporters that visit the shop and encouraging those who are taxpayers to sign up to Gift Aid to increase the value of the donation when sold by 25%.
• 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
Additional Information
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.
• An ability to get on well with others and to volunteer as part of a team
• An individual who gets on well with people to facilitate good customer service.
Desirable:
• The ability to drive the van if needed (Luton van or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• Own transport to get to Ransom Wood storage unit (public transport is available but takes a long time)
For insurance purposes, volunteer drivers are required to be over 21 and under 75
• 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.
• An ability to get on well with others and to volunteer as part of a team
• An individual who gets on well with people to facilitate good customer service.
Desirable:
• The ability to drive the van if needed (Luton van or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• Own transport to get to Ransom Wood storage unit (public transport is available but takes a long time)
For insurance purposes, volunteer drivers are required to be over 21 and under 75
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 & vetting checks
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