Retail Volunteer - Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough · On-site
About this role
Play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of our charity shop.
Whether you’re helping on the shop floor, sorting donations, pricing items, or creating a friendly and welcoming space, your time and support will make a real and meaningful difference to our store.
All Marie Curie charity shops play a vital role in raising funds to support our nurses and the care they provide to people living with a terminal illness and their families. From fashion and homeware to books and unique finds, our shops offer a wide range of quality donated items, and we need your help to sort, prepare, and sell them.
Availability: 3 hours per week
Time: Shifts available Mon-Sat between 9am-5pm and Sun 10am-4pm
Location: 11 Newport Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 1LF
Criteria: Aged 18 or over. No previous experience required.
What you'll do:
- Sort donations and uncover hidden gems
- Prep items - steam, tag, and style for sale
- Chat with customers and operate the till
- Spruce up window displays and restock shelves
- Keep things clean, tidy, and fabulous
Why you’d be a great fit:
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Friendly and compassionate to those around you
- Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
- Good organiser and happy to provide support where necessary
- Team spirit - contributing to a positive team dynamic
What you'll receive and achieve:
- Training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
- Recognition for your time and effort
- Updates on the difference you’re making
- Long Service Awards
- Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity
- Travel and expenses covered
- Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
- 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
Got questions?
Contact our Recruitment Team E: [email protected]
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected].
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.
Company at a glance
We’re the UK’s leading end of life charity. Hospice care and support, research and campaigns. Whatever the illness, we’re with you to the end.
If you've questions about terminal illness, need support or just someone to talk to, our support line open Mon-Fri 8-6, Sat 11-5. Call 0800 090 2309.
Founded1948
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
Location
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom
Websitemariecurie.org.uk
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Top Benefits
- Training
- Ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
- Recognition for time and effort
- Long Service Awards
- Travel and expenses covered
- Access to discounts on shopping, travel, and entertainment
- 15% in-store discount at Marie Curie Shops
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