As a Young Volunteer we can boost your confidence and CV by teaching you all about what goes into making our fantastic shop thrive. You can keep busy in the stockroom sorting and checking donations or be on the shop floor, serving customers and putting stock out on sale. Or get involved with social media and online retail. Whatever suits you! Best of all you’ll be raising vital funds to support people facing poverty around the world.
About this role
We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.
You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most. As a Young Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence. Why not try a bit of everything?
* Sorting donations including checking and pricing
* Serving customers on the till
* Create stylish window displays
* Keeping the shop fully stocked
* Helping donors as they come in
* Counts towards Duke of Edinburgh / Saltire Awards
The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old. You can apply when you're 13.We require parental consent for any volunteer under the age of 18 so it is important to put your date of birth on your application.You can find out more about safeguarding on our website.
Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.
At Oxfam we know that everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.You can find out more about volunteering with Oxfam here.
What happens next?
After you apply the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat with your parents/guardian if possible. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do in the shop. From there you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!
Join the Oxfam community
As a Young Volunteer we can boost your confidence and CV by teaching you all about what goes into making our fantastic shop thrive. You can keep busy in the stockroom sorting and checking donations or be on the shop floor, serving customers and putting stock out on sale. Or get involved with social media and online retail. Whatever suits you! Best of all you’ll be raising vital funds to support people facing poverty around the world.
About this role
We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.
You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most. As a Young Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence. Why not try a bit of everything?
* Sorting donations including checking and pricing
* Serving customers on the till
* Create stylish window displays
* Keeping the shop fully stocked
* Helping donors as they come in
* Counts towards Duke of Edinburgh / Saltire Awards
Young Volunteers
The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old. You can apply when you're 13.We require parental consent for any volunteer under the age of 18 so it is important to put your date of birth on your application.You can find out more about safeguarding on our website.
Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.
If you can’t apply online, please visit the shop or contact us on givetime@oxfam.org.uk
Everyone has something to offer
At Oxfam we know that everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.You can find out more about volunteering with Oxfam here.
What happens next?
After you apply the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat with your parents/guardian if possible. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do in the shop. From there you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!
More about this role
Volunteer role
Young Volunteer
Volunteer manager
Shop Manager
Where you will be based
Shop
Why we want you
Together we can help people facing poverty all over the world – all from right here, in this very shop. Join our friendly team as an Oxfam Volunteer and you’ll find yourself at the heart of your community, making amazing things happen.
What Oxfam does
Oxfam is a movement of people from around the world who won’t live with poverty.We have two key aims:
* Responding to emergencies happening in the world now, giving vital support to people facing poverty due to conflict, climate change and natural disasters.
* Empowering communities to challenge and change systems that promote inequality, so together we can beat poverty for good.
Oxfam shops have been fundraising to support Oxfam’s work since 1947, raising millions every year to support people facing poverty. Find out more about Oxfam’s work at oxfam.org.uk
Young Volunteers
The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old. You can apply when you're 13. Parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those under 18. You can find out more about safeguarding on our website. We require parental consent for any volunteer under the age of 18 so it is important to put your date of birth on your application.
Covid-19
We want to make sure everyone feels safe in our shops. Our shops comply fully with regulations and we provide PPE.
Let’s beat poverty together.
What you will be doing
* It’s up to you! Why not try a bit of everything?
* Sorting donations including checking and pricing
* Serving customers on the till
* Create stylish window displays
* Keeping the shop fully stocked
* Stocktake and other admin tasks
* Keeping the shop clean and tidy
* Helping donors as they come in
The skills you need
* Helpful and friendly
* Happy to be part of a team
* Excited to learn new skills
What's in it for you
* Some lunch and travel costs
* Improve skills and boost your CV
* Grow your confidence and meet new people
* We can be flexible around your education, family, work, or health etc.
* Possible references for future employers
Disclaimer
We need one reference and proof of ID for all volunteers and ask you to read Oxfam's Code of Conduct.We require parental consent for any volunteer under the age of 18 so it is important to put your date of birth on your application.
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