Volunteer Retail Assistant- Newlands Shop on Sunday

March 7th, 2025

Our retail volunteers are a generous and committed team who play a huge part in what we do.

Do you have spare time, want to make a positive impact in your community, gain new skills and be part of a fun team? We need big-hearted Volunteer Retail Assistants who are passionate about making a difference, love working with pre-loved treasures and have great customer service skills.

As a Volunteer Retail Assistant, you’ll prepare and sell goods donated to our Hospice Shops. This money supports Hospice patients to get the care they need.

Role responsibilities:

  • Processing all sales through the EFTPOS/cash register accurately in line with Retail Policy and Procedures
  • Assisting to help create window and visual merchandising displays, ensuring the shop space is easy to navigate and is free of hazards
  • Pricing, sorting and preparing donated goods to sell
  • Assisting with general housekeeping and cleanliness of the shop
  • Driving and supporting promotional activities with the store as required e.g. events, sales

Person requirements:

  • Experience in retail is helpful but not essential
  • Pride in giving excellent customer service
  • Reliable, trustworthy and punctual
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Able to work as part of team

Commitment:
Newlands Shop on Sunday

Roster shifts are 3–4 hours minimum

Location:
Newlands Shop on Sunday 11am-3pm

Interested?
If you would like to be part of our team here at Mary Potter Hospice we would love to hear from you! 

Please complete our online volunteer application form and should you require further information please email volunteer@marypotter.org.nz

Volunteer Retail Assistant Role Description