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 ecommerce office is located at our Clifton Moor Centre. It is open Monday – Friday 9:30am-4:00pm.
Morning shifts tend to run 9:30am – 12:00pm, Afternoon shifts tend to run 1:00pm – 4:00pm although other shifts can be accommodated as long as they are at least 2 hours in length. Weekly or fortnightly shifts are preferred.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Admin / Office Support
Customer Service
Gardening
Greeter / Welcomer
Logistics / Supply Chain / Transportation Support
Retail
Role description:
We are looking for volunteers to carefully photograph items to make them stand out online and ensure items are accurately represented. Our ecommerce department raises vital funds through the sale of pre-loved goods and sell thousands of valuable, rare and interesting items every year.
What will I be doing?
- Take high quality, visually striking images of a diverse range of products – from designer clothing to vintage toys, homeware and collectibles
- Arrange individual and large job lot items attractively
- Capture any item flaws to make sure listings are accurate
- Use a smartphone to upload pictures to eBay
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
What skills and qualities will I need?
- Comfortable using a smartphone along with other technology
- Have a keen eye for detail.
- Be able to work independently and also as part of the wider ecommerce team.
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
Volunteers with limited English
Wheelchair users
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
How will I benefit from being a volunteer in the ecommerce team?
- Be part of a friendly and inclusive team
- Have the feeling that you have made a difference to someone’s day
- Be valued and respected
- Have full training and support
- Develop your skills using technology
- Develop your ability to research and advertise items
- Increase specialist knowledge of various types of items
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