Volunteer Telford

Oxfam Wellington is recruiting!

Located at 2a Duke Street, we are looking for shop volunteers to join our amazing team led by Shop Manager Sarah Pember.

Oxfam retail volunteers make a real impact every shift and help us work towards a world where everyone has the power to thrive not just survive.

Our shops sell donated items to raise funds for Oxfam's work, as well as reducing waste by giving items a second life.

As a Shop Volunteer you will learn all about what goes into making our fantastic shop thrive. You’ll develop skills that boost your confidence – improving your communication skills serving customers on the till and embracing your creative flair to develop stylish window displays!

You can keep busy in the stockroom sorting and checking donations or be on the shop floor, putting stock out on sale – the opportunities are endless!

The purpose of role is to raise vital funds for the Royal British Legion’s mission by organising and conducting the Poppy Appeal in your designated area, working in support and under the guidance of the Local Community Fundraiser (CFR) and others appointed to assist.

Tasks.

In conjunction with the local CFR carry out an annual review of the operation of the Poppy Appeal in your designated area and agree a set of actions to ensure the maximum possible funds are raised during the PA in your area.

In conjunction with the local CFR, organise the recruitment and briefing of sufficient collectors and helpers to ensure sufficient coverage within your designated area.

Maintain and share with the CFR, accurate records of collectors and helpers operating in your area.

In conjunction with the local CFR, publicise and promote the Poppy Appeal in their area

Arrange for ordering, storage, distribution and collection of sufficient poppies, collecting trays, tins, wreaths and other Poppy Appeal supplies and materials in your area, ensuring accurate records of locations and recovery are kept.

Location.

At a pre-agreed location(s), usually within your designated area. You may also be required to attend briefings, training or meetings.

Local homelessness organisations Stay, Maninplace, Kip and YMCA are seeking passionate and caring people to help fundraise in order to raise vital funds for their work supporting homeless and vulnerable people in the area.

We need help with fundraising events already set up, arranging new fundraising events and encouraging others to fundraise to help Telford's homeless.

There is no set requirement regarding the amount of time it is simply as much time as you are able to give. No previous experience required.

So if you have a passion for helping homeless and vulnerable people then please get in touch and help us to support people to change their lives and leave homelessness behind forever.

Helping customers on the shop floor & providing good all-round customer service.

Promoting our campaigns and any in store sales to customers.

Working on window and shop displays to make them look their best.

Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised – some light housekeeping.

Helping your fellow volunteers and staff with customer queries.