Organisation Name:
NCT York
Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families
Location of voluntary activity:
York based
When are volunteers needed: Flexible but sales take place on a Saturday or Sunday daytime
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Event Planning Support
Event Support
Role description:
Are you an organised and confident leader with a passion for supporting parents and the environment? Become an NCT Nearly New Sale Volunteer and lead a team of volunteers to plan and organise fantastic events that make pre-loved baby clothes, toys, and equipment accessible to every parent. This flexible role allows you to play a part in protecting the environment for future generations and can fit around your availability.
NCT Nearly New Sales are a trusted and much-needed service, providing a way for parents to buy and sell pre-loved items.
What's involved?
Event management
Leading and motivating a team of volunteers
Attracting sellers, buyers, and helpers
Marketing and publicity
Following NCT guidance and best practice to hold an accessible event
Using social media to engage and support local parents
Celebrating the difference Nearly New Sales make to local parents
Championing NCT's values and vision
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Our Nearly New Sale Volunteers are:
Organised
Confident leaders
Strong communicators
Able to plan and delegate tasks
Able to motivate and inspire others
Time Commitment:
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments and availability. We ask that you commit to organising at least one NCT Nearly New Sale per year in your local area. The time commitment will vary throughout the year depending on the size of the sale you decide to organise. As the lead volunteer, it is important that you are able to attend the event on the day.
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
What can you expect from us?
A great volunteer experience where you can meet new people and develop skills.
Excellent support from experienced volunteers and our Volunteering Team.
Access to an online platform with all the tools, resources, and training you will need.
Expenses paid in line with our expenses policy.
We champion equity, diversity, and inclusion through all that we do.
You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to parents in your local community.
How to get involved:
Visit our website
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 01-05-2026