Bridal Shop Volunteer

Bridal Shop Volunteer

Posted for St. Oswald's Hospice

Posted by Volunteer Centre Newcastle

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.

 As a Bridal Shop Volunteer, you will help create a warm , welcoming experience for people visiting the shop. You will support customers as they browse bridalwear, occasion wear and accessories . You will also help the team care for donated items, so they are ready to sell. Your time will help raise vital funds for St Oswald’s Hospice.

When / Where: This is a flexible volunteer role based above the Bookshop . We hope volunteers can offer one regular shift each week . We will talk with you about what works best for you and the shop.

Main Tasks:

• Welcome customers in a friendly way and help them feel comfortable in the shop.
• Support brides, wedding parties and other customers as they browse dresses, promwear, accessories and occasion wear. • Help prepare donated items for the shop floor
• This may include steaming clothes, checking items , adding tags and prices, and displaying stock .
• Keep displays attractive , tidy and easy to browse.
• Help keep the shop floor, fitting areas and stock areas tidy, safe and welcoming .
• Support the team with receiving, sorting and preparing donated items.
• If you would like to, and after training, help with the till and sales.
• Follow guidance on confidentiality, health and safety, safeguarding and cash handling where needed . 

This volunteer opportunity is available as part of our Volunteer to Career pathway which is ideal for individuals looking to start or transition into a career in Retail. More information on Volunteer to Career is available at Oswald’s Hospice

Volunteer to Career | St Oswald’s Hospice

What skills do I need?

• You do not need bridal or retail experience . We will give you the guidance and support you need .
• A friendly, patient and welcoming approach .
• Enjoys listening to people and offering helpful support.
• Happy to be part of a friendly team and help where needed.
• Takes care when handling delicate clothes and accessories.
• This role can involve standing for some time, light lifting , and handling delicate or heavier items such as bridal gowns. We will talk this through with you.