Stock Research Volunteer- Barnardo’s Superstore (Monk’s Cross)

Organisation Name:
Barnardo's Retail

Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families

Location of voluntary activity:
Unit 14, Monks Cross Shopping Park, Monks Cross Dr, Huntington, YO32 9GX, United Kingdom

When are volunteers needed: We offer flexible hours and shifts to suit you.
We have shifts available mornings and afternoons on weekdays and weekends.

Type of Voluntary Activity:
Retail

Role description:
Do you have a keen eye for hidden gems? Our Stock Research Volunteers find those items that will be more suitable for online sale. You will need to fully research the items including ensuring that the items have sold previously and/or are likely to sell, then prepare the items for safe transport to our online sales department.

Stores are now finding more items that are suitable for selling online. However, pulling together the research can take time. Our online research volunteer will be able to dedicate their time each week to this task, by bringing knowledge and know how to research potential items that would be more suitable to be sold online. You will need to fully research the items including ensuring that the items have sold previously and/or are likely to sell, then prepare the items for safe transport to our online sales department.

*This is an in-person role, all volunteering roles take place in store.

Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
-Good IT skills
-Good research skills
-An eye for a hidden gem
-Knowledge of (or willing to learn about) items that will sell well online
-Friendly and helpful
-Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers
-Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s
-Ability to work independently, as part of a team and use your initiative

Will there be a DBS check? No

Driving Licence required? No

Volunteer's own vehicle required? No

Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
Skilled Volunteer
Volunteers Under 16
Volunteers Under 18
Wheelchair users
Work Experience

What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
-Volunteer in a fast paced and diverse environment
-Have fun and meet new people
-Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving
-Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families
-Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses
-Full online induction training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer
-In-store discount (20%)

How to get involved:
Please complete the form on the following web link.

For more information please call the store on 01904 658417 or you can visit the store in-person to speak to a member of the team or collect a paper application form.

Download application form

Web link: Click here

Closing date: 31-03-2026