Organisation Name:
St Leonard's Hospice
Organisation's Cause(s):
Health
Location of voluntary activity:
This role is based at our Clifton Moor site:
Unit 1/2, Marrtree Business Park
Stirling Road
York
YO30 4AB
When are volunteers needed: When am I needed?
The shop is open Monday – Saturday 9am – 4:30pm and 10am – 4pm on a Sunday.
We offer three standard shifts each day:
- 8:45am – 12:15pm
- 11:00am – 2:00pm
- 1:00pm – 4:45pm
- Sunday 9:45am - 1pm
- Sunday 1pm - 4:15pm
We can also accommodate alternative shift times, provided these are at least 2 hours long. Weekly or fortnightly commitments are preferred.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Admin / Office Support
Customer Service
Gardening
Greeter / Welcomer
Retail
Role description:
Our Clearance Shop depends on the support of dedicated volunteers to help in a range of roles, from serving customers on the shop floor to keeping stock organised and well presented. By volunteering with us, you’ll play an important part in making the most of every donation, helping to give unsold items from our other shops a sustainable second chance while raising vital funds for St Leonard’s Hospice.
As part of our retail team of 15 shops and a Donation Centre across the local area, the Clearance Shop not only generates essential income through the sale of pre-loved goods, but also helps represent the Hospice in communities across our catchment area.
What will I be doing?
Some examples of the types of things you could help with:
- Tagging items to be sold
- Restocking the shop floor with items to be sold
- Serving customers on the till
- Keeping the shop clean, tidy and welcoming
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
What skills and qualities will I need?
- Positive attitude and ability to provide great customer service
- Full training will be provided so a willingness to learn new skills or bring your own skills and knowledge to the role
- Ability to work under the instruction of the manager and work as part of a team of volunteers
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Groups
One-off Volunteering
Ongoing Volunteering
Short term Volunteering
Volunteers with limited English
Wheelchair users
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
How will I benefit from being a volunteer in the Donation Centre?
- Be part of a friendly and inclusive team
- Make a difference to your local Hospice and your local community
- Develop your retail skills and knowledge
How to get involved:
Please use the link below to access our website and apply online.
If you have any questions, contact our Volunteer Services Team:
01904 777765
[email protected]
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 30-09-2026