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Charity Shop Supervisor

For HARP (Homeless Action Resource Project)

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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.

What skills do I need?

What We’re Looking For
• Previous shop volunteering experience preferred
• Reliable and confident approach
• Ability to take initiative
• Strong communication skills

Interests

  • Homeless and Housing
  • Mental Health
  • Substance Misuse and Addiction

Activities

  • Administration and Office
  • Business Skills
  • Retail

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

Slot 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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