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Oxfam is an international NGO that works with others to overcome poverty and suffering around the world.
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OXFAM EARLS COURT - CHARITY SHOP VOLUNTEER

In Oxfam Earls Court we're dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality and you can help us achieve and boost your CV, confidence, and skills by getting customer service & sales experience by volunteering with Oxfam. We'll give you training and support so you can help us sell lots of goodies each week by providing customers and donors with amazing service.

We only ask for 4 - 8 hours per week and we can be very flexible around employment / education and any other commitments you have. Some travel and lunch expenses can be covered too. If you have a few hours to give to Oxfam, then we'd like to hear from you! 

We want to hear from you if you are:

• Reliable and honest

• Willing to learn new skills

• Interested in working with a team

*Boost your confidence, skills, and CV by volunteering*

Tempted? Click Apply now and we'll get back to you soon!

Vacancy location: Oxfam Earls Court | 145 Earls Court Road, SW5 9RH

 Our shop complies with Covid-19 guidance and we aim to keep everyone safe with thorough cleaning and welfare procedures. We aim to reply to applications within two working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your junk file.

Duties

Depending on the needs of the shop and your interest, you may be involved in the following:

• Using the shop’s guidelines to sort and price donated clothes, books, homewares etc.

• Providing customer service on the shop floor.

• Creating attractive displays across the shop.

• Promoting our Gift Aid scheme.

• Promoting our exciting sustainable fashion campaigns such as ‘Second-Hand September’.

Who will the volunteers be working with?
Shop Manager, Deputy Manager, and fellow volunteers.
Training
We will provide you with ongoing support and training throughout your volunteering:
• Full induction
• Health and Safety
• Safeguarding
• Role specific training e.g. till, Gift Aid, Oxfam online shop, etc.

Time commitment

4-8 hours per week. Shop opening hours Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30 / Sun 12-5pm

Categories

This organisation is one of our community partner organisations.

Like all volunteer recruiters we work with, they have signed up to our service standards, agreeing to abide by our policy on partnership working to keep you safe and supported whilst you volunteer.

You’ll never be out of pocket for volunteering through us – with in-London travel expenses to and from your volunteering guaranteed.

In addition, the team here at Students’ Union UCL Volunteering Service is here to support you throughout your volunteering journey – you can get in touch with us at any time.