About the Role
As a Charity Shop Supervisor / Key Holder Volunteer, you will provide additional support to shop staff by helping oversee the day-to-day running of the shop. This role is ideal for experienced volunteers who are confident taking on extra responsibility.
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Key Responsibilities
• Opening and closing the shop (where required)
• Supporting and guiding other volunteers on shift
• Assisting with the smooth running of shop operations
• Ensuring the shop is safe, tidy, and well-presented
• Supporting customer service and handling queries
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What You’ll Gain
• Experience in leadership and responsibility
• Insight into retail operations
• Opportunity to develop confidence and decision-making skills
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Support & Training
• Ongoing support from shop managers
• Additional guidance for key holder responsibilities
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Expenses
Travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with HARP’s volunteer expenses policy.
Skills
What We’re Looking For
• Previous shop volunteering experience preferred
• Reliable and confident approach
• Ability to take initiative
• Strong communication skills
Details
- Accessibility
- Data Protection policy
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 21/04/2026
End Date: 31/12/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
flexible around volunteer
Location
This opportunity is available in: Southend
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