Job Description

Are you a team player who enjoys getting stuck in? Looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?

Were looking for a part-time (1 day per week) Donation Centre Assistant to join our retail team at Big Cs Wymondham Donation Centre.
Youll be involved in all aspects of the centres day-to-day running from accepting and sorting donations to preparing items for our shops and supporting the smooth flow of stock. Its a practical, hands-on role where youll work closely with colleagues and volunteers, all helping to raise vital funds to support local people affected by cancer.


If youre reliable, friendly, and like to be busy, this could be a great fit for you.

About Big C

Big C is one of East Anglias largest cancer charities, having raised 45 million since it was founded 45 years ago. Today, Big Cs loyal supporters help the charity raise on average 3 million pounds every year to help those in our community who are affected by cancer.


Big Cs work focuses on 6 key areas:Support for people affected by cancer Research into cancer Equipment provision for the regions main acute hospital trusts Education provision of interventional and presentational education programmes Income Generation raising vital funds to improve the lives of people living with cancer People Big C service users, their loved ones, Big C trustees, staff, volunteers and fundraisers

The dedication of our employees, volunteers, supporters, and fundraisers is how we continue to improve the lives of those affected by cancer.

About the role

If you have good customer service skills, able to work within a small team, willing to learn and able to lift and carry donated items, this could be ideal for you. You will need to make the most of donated goods through effective sorting, selection, storage and distribution to retail shops.
The working hours are

7 hours per week

to be worked flexibly. The working hours are 8:30am to 4pm with a 30 minute lunch break. You will be based at our Wymondham Distribution Centre
The salary is

National Minimum Wage

for age (7.55 to 12.21 per hour).
If you are reading this from our website, you will be able to access and download the full job description for this role here: JDPS Donation Centre Assistant - 1 day per week.pdf
For an accessible version of this job description, please access here: JDPS Donation Centre Assistant - Accessible Version for Visually Impaired - DC Assistant 1 day per week.docx

Why choose Big C

As a

Best Employer Eastern Region employer,

we are proud to be able to offer a supportive working environment with a focus on employee wellbeing, equity and recognition of the importance of a good work/life balance.
Big C's Core Values are

Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust and Honesty.

These provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Subject to eligibility/scheme rules, benefits include:5% employer pension contribution 33 days holiday per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (full time equivalent) Company sick pay Life assurance Health cash plan and wellbeing resources Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Opportunities for training and development

Recruitment Process

When applying, please complete the online application fully. Information to support your application can be in your attached covering letter or where indicated in the application. If you are unable to complete online, please email people@big-c.co.uk for advice.
The closing date for this vacancy is

Sunday 24 August 2025

but may close early if enough applications have been received.