Oxfam Retail Volunteer
Think global, volunteer local.
Oxfam retail volunteers make a real impact every shift and help us work towards a kinder and radically better world, one without poverty. For example, by giving just 4 hours a week for a year, you could help fund two Oxfam Water Tanks that provide safe, clean drinking water to a crisis‑affected community.
You can volunteer in one of our over 500 shops, superstores or hubs across the UK from the age of 14. Volunteering at Oxfam is the perfect way to make friends and gain new skills, whether you’re looking to improve your CV, take on a new challenge or just have fun.
Here’s why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:
- Be a Second-hand Superhero: In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!
- Increase Your Skills: If you have a particular interest, you can build on it to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as merchandising, customer service, and teamwork.
- Find Your Community: Meet like‑minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.
- Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That’s why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.
What To Expect From Volunteering
Volunteering in an Oxfam shop is a rewarding and hands‑on experience where you’ll be part of a friendly, inclusive team making a real difference. Whether you’re sorting donations, serving customers, managing online sales, or supporting the shop’s day‑to‑day operations, every task helps raise vital funds to fight poverty and inequality. You’ll gain valuable skills, build confidence, and meet people from all walks of life, all while contributing to a cause you care about. No two days are the same, and there’s a role to suit every interest, ability, and level of experience.
What Happens Next?
After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you’d like to do to help out. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest.
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