Job Description

About Us

White Rose is a registered UK charity, trading through our chain of handpicked pre-loved fashion retail stores. We were founded in 2010 by Nottingham Trent University students to support the work of the Aegis Trust. Aegis are a UK registered charity, who aims to prevent and resolve hate and violence through peace education programmes in communities affected worldwide.

At White Rose we actively encourage volunteers from all backgrounds as we support Aegis in their mission to prevent discrimination and hate that leads to mass atrocities.

White Rose support Aegis by selling handpicked, high quality, pre-loved fashion and accessories in our multiple shops across Nottinghamshire, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Derby and Leicester.

How you can get involved:

Volunteering in our White Rose store is a diverse, exciting and fulfilling experience. We provide the opportunity for you to learn different skills regularly and gain a variety of experience, so no two shifts are the same.

You don't need any experience to volunteer, all we ask is that you are enthusiastic, motivated, hardworking and keen to learn new skills or share any skills or previous experience and talents to support our amazing cause!

We offer a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you feel confident and able to excel in your volunteering with White Rose. Equipping you with the skills to take into your future journey and career.

Typical tasks of store volunteer:

Serving customers and taking payments.

Giving amazing customer service and interacting with the general public in store and through social media.

Sorting through donated items and organising delivery.

Creating eye-catching window and in store displays.

Keeping the shop tidy, clean and well organised.

When can I volunteer?

Any days - Monday to Sunday

Any time between 10am - 5pm

How long is a typical session?

We suggest at least a 3-4 hour shift to get real benefit and experience.

How many shifts can I do?

As many as you like! Some of our team do one a week, some do as many as 4-5 a week!

What to expect from volunteering at White Rose

Volunteering with us has many benefits, both personal and professional:

A creative and rewarding outlet for your talents Opportunities for you to enrich the lives of other people Helps generate funding for the Aegis Trust to carry out their life saving work A chance to utilise the skills you have and develop new ones Access to regular and ongoing support from a friendly and supportive team Build your confidence Enhance your CV First pick of great stock References are available on request and a volunteer certificate.

What you will get as a White Rose Volunteer:

Excellent internal volunteer career pathway Employee Assistance Programme Telephone GP & Private Prescription Service Long service recognition and appreciation gifts Access to 1000's of Benefits and Discounts through WR Rewards. Access to health and wellbeing perks Excellent staff discount
Apply NOW or Follow the link below to our website for more detail.
https://whiterosefashion.com/volunteer

Follow the links below to learn more about White Rose and the Aegis Trust:

https://www.aegistrust.org/

https://whiterosefashion.com/

We intend for White Rose to be a safe space for all. We therefore reserve the right to require successful candidates to undertake a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure for any position with us.

We're committed to an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic selves and reach their potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments, please let us know.

Job Type: Volunteer

Expected hours: 3 - 4 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Employee discount Free or subsidised travel
Application question(s):

Please confirm that you understand this is an unpaid, voluntary position
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: WR4V