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Personal Details (Retail Applicants must be 16yrs +)

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Mobile Number *

Telephone Number

Street Address *

Town *

County *

Country *

Postcode *

Skills and Qualifications

Please tell us why you want to volunteer for Derian House? *

Please tell us about any skills, experience, or personal qualities you have that you feel would be helpful in this role - whether gained through work, volunteering, or everyday life. *

Why do you think you’d enjoy or be well-suited to this volunteer role? *

Do you have any qualifications or training that you think would help you in this role? *

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order

Derian House Children’s Hospice complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice and treats all applicants fairly. We will not discriminate unfairly against anyone based on a conviction or other information revealed in a criminal record check.

This role requires a DBS check at the level relevant to the position (Basic for Retail, Standard or Enhanced for Hospice volunteering). Checks are only carried out once suitability has been confirmed through the recruitment process.

At interview, or in a separate discussion, we will have an open conversation about any offences or other matters relevant to the role. Failure to disclose directly relevant information may result in withdrawal of a volunteer offer.

Please indicate if you have any relevant spent cautions or convictions. (This information will only be used if you are successful in your application when the relevant DBS check is completed). * Yes No

Reference Details

All volunteer appointments are subject to satisfactory reference checks.

Please supply details of one reference who must have known you for at least two years and preferably from a work, education or volunteer capacity (Family members or Derian House staff cannot be accepted).

References will only be obtained if you have been successful.

Reference one:

Full Name (Not a family or Derian House staff member) *

How do you know this person? (e.g. former manager, college tutor) *

Email (Mandatory as reference requests are emailed) *

Contact Number *

Important Information

I am applying for a voluntary position with Derian House Children's Hospice. I understand, should I be successful, that we have not entered into an employment contract and the terms are not legally binding.

I confirm that the information given on this form is correct and complete. I understand that any information later discovered to be incorrect may result in the termination of any arrangements made.

I agree that Derian House Children's Hospice may hold and use personal information and they will be retained in accordance with relevant Data Protection Legislation.

I have read the Privacy Policy available online (www.derianhouse.co.uk).

If I am accepted, I confirm that I will comply with Derian's Policies and Procedures where relevant and uphold the values of Derian House Children's Hospice.

I agree to all of the above statements *

Do you currently work for us? * Yes No

Do you currently access the services of Derian House? * Yes No

I confirm that I am 16 years and over * Yes No

How did you hear about this volunteering role? *

Derian House complies with the codes of practice issued by the Information Commissioner under the Data Protection Act 1998. All information given will be treated as confidential and will only use that information for the purpose in which it is provided for and the information provided is correct. Derian House is committed to the principals of equal opportunities and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for further information.

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Job Details

Job Title: Volunteer Sales Assistant - Westhoughton
Job Reference: FL1736355WesVSAW
Location: Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary: Non Paid Voluntary Role

Do you love chatting to people and brightening their day?

Come and join our friendly team at our Westhoughton shop and help us create a brilliant shopping experience for everyone who walks through the door.

As a shop volunteer, you’ll be part of the team helping our shop run smoothly. You might be welcoming customers, serving on the till, keeping the shop looking tidy and inviting, or chatting to donors and encouraging them to sign up for Gift Aid. Most importantly, you’ll help create the warm, friendly atmosphere that makes our shops such lovely places to visit.

You don’t need previous retail experience. If you’re friendly, helpful and enjoy meeting people, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll get from volunteering

You’ll gain hands-on retail experience, learn new skills and meet lots of lovely people, all while knowing that your time is helping raise vital funds for local children and young people at Derian House.

Volunteers also receive a shop discount, can get involved in volunteer events and social activities, and lunch and travel expenses are available when minimum hours apply.

When can I volunteer?

We have morning and afternoon sessions available from Monday to Saturday, so there should be an opportunity to find something that works for you.

A few things to know

Our shop volunteers must be 16 or over and living in the UK. All volunteers wear a Derian House uniform, which we provide free of charge.

As part of our recruitment process, we ask applicants to confidentially disclose any unspent criminal convictions before a DBS check is completed.

And just so we're clear, this is an unpaid volunteer role in one of our charity shops.

Ready to get make a difference? We’d love to welcome you to the Derian House volunteer family!

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