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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Retail Volunteer

We’re excited to be opening our first ever charity shop and need your help! You’ll help to ensure everything runs smoothly and that every customer is welcomed and has a positive experience visiting us.

Your key duties will be:


  • providing excellent customer service.

  • processing cash and credit card sales and donations.

  • ensuring the shop is clean, tidy, well organised and fully stocked

  • displaying stock to look its best

  • providing visitors with information on GCHC fundraising and events.


Through this varied and rewarding role, we can offer you the chance to:



  • develop new skills and hone existing talents

  • meet new people and make friends.

  • join the wider GCHC community, with volunteer social events and a volunteer Workplace page

  • join a volunteer reward and recognition scheme

  • add great experience for your CV

  • ongoing support and guidance from our friendly GCHC team.


Experience required

Excellent communication skills, friendly and approachable. - Enjoy working with the public - Confidence in cash handling. - Excellent customer care skills. - Proactive and helpful approach to visitors

Travel details

Buchanan Galleries, 220 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 2FF We encourage public transport – the shop is only a short walk from Queen Street Station, Buchanan Street Underground, Buchanan Street Bus Station and a ten minute walk from Glasgow Central Station.

Travel expenses

Expenses paid monthly, we’ll reimburse volunteers for the most cost effective form of transport from their home to the volunteer opportunity. Mileage is paid at 25p to the mile.

Support
Training details

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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