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Retail Assistant for Farnborough sorting centre (SH)

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice (SH)

"Be the vital link between donations and care – help sort kindness into cash for our hospice!"

Join our bustling Farnborough donation hub, where your efforts directly support Phyllis Tuckwell's 19 shops and vital hospice services. This active role keeps you moving while making a real difference.

Your Impact:
• Welcome donors and process gifts (including furniture)
• Sort and prepare quality items for our shops
• Pack and distribute stock orders
• Handle furniture placements and collections
• Keep the centre safe and organised

Shift Flexibility:
Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
(Minimum 2-hour sessions)

Why You'll Love It:
✔ See donations transformed into care funding
✔ Stay active in a varied, purposeful role
✔ Join a supportive team making an impact
✔ Full training provided

What skills do I need?

We Need Your:
✓ Physical stamina for active work
✓ Friendly customer service skills
✓ Teamwork attitude
✓ Basic computer confidence

Skills You'll Gain:

  • Retail logistics experience

  • Stock management techniques

  • Donor relations skills

  • Furniture handling knowledge

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

Just 3 hours of your time will help pay for a patient’s medical supplies for a day.

Where does this role take place?

42 Invincible Road
Farnborough
Surrey
GU14 7QU

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Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Health and Hospices
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Retail
  • Details
  • Age restrictions
    You have to be at least 16 years old to work in their charity shops. Unless you are doing your Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme in which special arrangements are made.
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • Application Form

Email: [email protected]

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