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Catford- Sue Ryder Till Volunteer

Sue Ryder

Are you looking for a voluntary role, perhaps for work experience, to make new friends, keep busy or to give something back to the community? Volunteering with us could be a really rewarding opportunity to gain insight in to what we do and really make a difference. But also gain new skills and experience along the way and most importantly contribute towards making a difference to our service users and their families.

Detailed Description

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters through our 7 hospices, Grief Kind spaces and online counselling and bereavement services. You don’t need any experience to join us as a volunteer, you just need to be willing and helpful with a flexible and enthusiastic approach. Full training is provided and we can be flexible around your availability. If you're looking for something to do over the winter and new year, volunteering with us could be a really rewarding opportunity to gain insight in to what we do and really make a difference. But also gain new skills and experience along the way and most importantly contribute towards making a difference to our service users and their families. The Role – Till Volunteer You will help us to: Serve customers on the till (training provided) Welcome, Greet and help our customers Receive donations from our supporters and support with Gift Aid sign up Answer telephone queries where possible Re-stock our items on the shop floor Light cleaning/tidying duties to keep the shop inviting and well presented We are happy to reimburse reasonable travel expenses. We are an inclusive charity and welcome all people with differing abilities and support needs. Please note - we do have a minimum age requirement in our shops of 18.

Activities you will be doing

Retail & Charity Shops,General & Helping

What skills are required for this role

Basic IT skills - internet & email

Why these skills are required

Conversational level of English and basic maths The ability to work as part of a team.

What is in it for you

• Join a friendly team • Flexible hours to suit your availability • Make new friends • Receive full training • Gain confidence • Get valuable retail experience • Develop customer service skills • Enhance your CV • Increase your employability • Make a difference • Enjoy 50% discount on donated items for sale throughout all our shops • Reimbursed travel costs • Ongoing training and support

Time Commitment

We are open Monday to Sunday We are flexible around your availability. Most of our volunteers volunteer either a morning or afternoon shift. 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm.

SE6 4JU

Sue Ryder shop 30/31 Winslade Way Catford Shopping Centre Catford SE6 4JU

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18-25,25+,65+
We Welcome
We are fully inclusive and welcome all to apply. We welcome refugees and asylum seekers. (a conversational level understanding of English will be required for this role) We encourage those with a disability or additional needs to apply if they feel they are able to do the role. We welcome ex offenders, (however we do exclude those with convictions for sexual assault, domestic abuse, terrorism or an arson conviction).
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