Volunteer Retail Assistant

Closes 12:00 PM, 31 March 2026

Love People? Love a Bargain? Want to make a Difference?

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Location

Locations across Barnstaple

Hours

We have a number of shifts available across all our shops, on-line shopping and the warehouse in North Devon.

Volunteering is so much more than giving your time - it’s about creating moments that matter. It’s about becoming part of a community that cares.

Our North Devon Hospice charity shops are vibrant, welcoming spaces where every item sold helps fund vital hospice care for local families. Whether you’re passionate about fashion, love chatting with people, or simply want to give back, there’s a place for you here.

Every smile you share, every item you help sell, and every conversation you have contributes directly to supporting local hospice care.

So JOIN the volunteer team in one of our North Devon Hospice Shops and turn your spare time into something amazing!

What are we looking for?
We’re looking for Retail Volunteers who can bring smiles and a sprinkle of fun to our charity shops, along with a helpful attitude, a willingness to learn and a desire to get stuck in!

Retail experience? Great! No experience? No problem—we’ll train you.

What’s in it for you?
• Be part of a friendly team that makes a real impact
• Learn new skills (or show off the ones you’ve already got!)
• Meet great people and help raise funds for local hospice care

What might you be doing?
• Chatting with customers
• Sorting donations
• Steaming clothes
• Pricing treasures
• Working the till.
• Basically, keep the shop buzzing and looking great!

What do we need from you?
• A friendly attitude and willingness to help customers
• Reliability – committing to the agreed shift and communicating any holidays to allow for cover (or take us with you!)
• Openness to learning new skills (we’ll provide full training)
• Ability to work with others and follow shop guidelines
• A positive approach to keeping the shop tidy and welcoming
• Commitment to supporting the hospice’s values and mission

Most volunteers join us for around 4 hours in the morning or afternoon, Monday to Saturday. Whether you can give one shift a week or more, we’ll work with you to find a time and place that fits your schedule.

Ready to make a difference?
Click Apply Online now and start your volunteering journey today!

If you have any questions, please contact Emma Heal on 07792 121841

Volunteer Retail Assistant Role Brief

It is important that the people who work for and with us, or access any of our services, can be themselves and are valued as unique individuals.

We welcome applications from all sections of the communities we serve, reflecting the uniqueness of each person, with the aim of continually improving our services. We hold Mindful Employer and Disability Confident accreditation and promote a culture of openness and understanding, providing an inclusive and accessible working environment. We are proud to be a Veteran Aware Employer and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces, including veterans, reservists and military spouses or partners.

If you require this information in large format please email peopleteam@northdevonhospice.org.uk or call 01271 347248.

Please note - one character references  will be requested upon your successful application. 

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Emma Heal

Retail Operations Manager

01271 342792

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People Team

Jobs & Volunteering

01271 347248

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