Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters through our 7 hospices, Grief Kind spaces and online counselling and bereavement services.
You don’t need any experience to join us as a volunteer, you just need to be willing and helpful with a flexible and enthusiastic approach. Full training is provided and we can be flexible around your availability.
In return for your enthusiasm, you will have the opportunity to be part of a wonderful team, gain new skills and experience, and most importantly contribute towards making a difference to our service users and their families.
The Role – Furniture Support Volunteer
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Support the shop team to build a wide variety of donated household furniture items (e.g. wardrobes, tables, chairs, shelving units, beds)
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Ensure furniture displays are attractive and in tidy condition
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Carry out basic repairs to donated furniture where possible
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Ensure all items are safe, stable, and ready for display or sale
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Work alongside shop staff and other volunteers to move and position furniture
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Keep the work area tidy and organised
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Follow health and safety guidelines at all times
About You
As a Furniture Support Volunteer, you will:
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Enjoy helping to build and assemble a wide range of household furniture
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Have basic DIY skills and confidence using hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers, Allen keys, drills)
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Be able to follow assembly instructions accurately
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Have good attention to detail, with a strong focus on safety
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Be physically able to lift and move furniture (with support and equipment where needed)
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Be reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team
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Have good problem-solving skills
How you will benefit
• Make new friends and become a part of your local community
• Be part of a friendly team
• Learn new, transferable skills and enhance your CV
• Flexible around your availability
• 50% discount on donated goods within all our shops
• Travel expenses – we are happy to reimburse reasonable travel expenses for a minimum regular commitment (2 hours a week).
We are happy to reimburse reasonable travel expenses.
We are an inclusive charity and welcome all people with differing abilities and support needs who feel able to do the role to apply.
Please note - we do have a minimum age requirement in our shops of 18.