Donation Centre Volunteer

We are looking for volunteers to help sort through our mountains of donated goods and organise stock for the coming months to send out to our 14 shops.  Our Donation Centre accepts donations from members of the public 6 days a week and our retail department raises vital funds for St Leonard’s through the sale of pre-loved goods through our shops and is also a valuable face of the Hospice across our local communities.

When am I needed?

The Donation Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 9am-4pm and cannot function without volunteer support.

Morning or afternoon shifts can be arranged to suit your availability and are usually for 2 -3 hours, preferably on a weekly or fortnightly basis.

Currently we are looking for volunteers to sort donations and tag them.

What will I be doing?

• Working alongside staff and other volunteers in the warehouse in Acomb, York
• Accepting donations from the public and promoting the Gift Aid scheme
• Moving and processing donations to sell in our shops

What skills and qualities will I need?

• Ability to work under the instruction of the manager and work as part of a team of volunteers
• Have a positive attitude
• Demonstrate good attention to detail
• Full training will be provided so a willingness to learn new skills or bring your own skills and knowledge to the role
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

How will I benefit from being a volunteer in the Donation Centre?

• Use your time and skills for a good cause
• Be valued and respected
• Be part of a friendly and inclusive team
• Gain satisfaction of a job well done, in support of a great cause
• Have full training and support

Support and Supervision

Volunteers will be supervised by the Donation Centre managers, supported by the St Leonard’s Hospice Retail Team, based in the Support Office, who together will provide you with general training and liaise closely with you over all aspects of your role.

The Volunteer Services Team will help guide you through the application and induction process and be your point of contact for general enquiries about volunteering.

Training

Volunteers are required to complete mandatory training modules which are usually delivered via our online platform. Additional, booster and refresher training may be delivered as needed via e-learning, video links or face to face. You may also be invited to attend role specific in person meetings where appropriate.

For all volunteering enquiries please contact the Volunteer Services Office on 01904 777765 or email volunteers@stleonardshospice.org.uk

About the Hospice

St Leonard’s Hospice provides care and support to those living with life-limiting illnesses and to the people they care about. We couldn’t carry out the important work we do without a committed and talented team of Volunteers and Supporters – people of all ages, and from all walks of life who help us provide care, assistance, and support throughout the organisation, as well as promoting the work of the hospice in local communities and raising crucial funds.