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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

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.

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

How did you hear about this volunteering role? *

About My Application

I confirm I have the right to work in the UK
I confirm that my details are complete and correct
I confirm I have read and agree to Derian House Children's Hospice privacy policy

Job Details

Job Title: Volunteer Stock & Donation Sorter - Horwich Shop
Job Reference: FL1495589HorVSDSHS
Location: Horwich, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary: Volunteering Role (No Salary)

Stock & Donation Sorter (Volunteer)

Do you love organising, tidying, or giving pre-loved items a new lease of life?

Join our amazing retail team in our Horwich charity shop and help turn generous donations into vital funds for your local children’s hospice. Volunteering with Derian House is flexible, inclusive and rewarding. If you can spare a few hours each week, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

Sorting through donated treasures such as clothes, books, toys and homeware

Checking items for quality and setting aside anything that’s not quite shop-ready

Preparing items for sale by steaming clothes, cleaning, labelling and pricing

Keeping the sorting area clean, tidy and safe

Working alongside our friendly team of staff and volunteers

You’ll love this role if you:

Enjoy organising and have an eye for detail

Are happy being hands-on and can lift the odd bag or box (within your limits)

Like being part of a fun and supportive team

What’s in it for you?

Be part of something that makes a real difference in your community

Meet lovely people and have fun while volunteering

Learn new skills in retail – no experience needed, as full training and support will be provided

Enjoy a volunteer discount in store and a Derian House uniform to wear with pride

Reasonable lunch and travel expenses provided (minimum hours apply)

Opportunities to get involved in Derian House events

Long Service Awards

We’re looking for reliable, kind-hearted people who want to give back and who can commit on a weekly basis for a few hours.

Available sessions:

Monday - morning and afternoon

Tuesday - morning and afternoon

Wednesday - morning and afternoon

Thursday - morning and afternoon

Friday - morning and afternoon

Saturday - morning and afternoon

Please note:

The minimum age for volunteering in our shops is 16

You must be living in the UK to volunteer in one of our shops

We ask all applicants to disclose, in confidence, any unspent criminal convictions in advance of a DBS check

All volunteers are required to wear a uniform, which will be provided free of charge

This is an unpaid volunteer position in a charity shop