Retail Volunteer
Whether you’re passionate about fashion, love vintage treasures, or enjoy creating eye-catching displays, there’s a place for you in our retail team.
Our busy shops offer a wide range of volunteer roles, from sorting bric-a-brac and clothing behind the scenes to helping with visual merchandising and customer service on the shop floor. You’ll have the chance to get involved in one or more of our unique retail spaces, including:
- Our large second-hand superstore
- Outfit, our dedicated clothing and accessories shop
- Our stylish bedroom furniture store
- The Retro Emporium, perfect for fans of all things vintage
No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get stuck in and be part of a friendly team. Volunteering with us is a great way to gain retail experience, meet new people, and support a homelessness charity making a real difference.
About Sussex Emmaus
Sussex Emmaus is a unique charity that offers a home, work experience, and individual support for up to 53 people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work opportunities, and a sense of belonging.
At the heart of Sussex Emmaus is our companions. Companion is the name given to people who live in an Emmaus community and contribute to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another.
Sussex Emmaus offers an individual holistic package of support and a tailored development plan to support each companion develop new skills (or build on existing ones) to boost confidence, improve mental and/or physical health and wellbeing, and increase employability.
About Emmaus
Emmaus is a unique, secular organisation supporting people affected by homelessness and social exclusion. There are currently over 30 Emmaus communities across the UK, stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales. Collectively, the Emmaus Federation supports more than 1,000 people with experience of homelessness.
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Gain hands-on retail experience
- Learn new skills
- Be part of a welcoming, purpose-driven team
- Support a local charity that helps people move forward from homelessness
- Travel costs and lunch are provided on the days you volunteer
How to apply
All volunteers must be aged 18 or over and will require a DBS check.
If you are interested in this role, please fill out the application form below and return it to [email protected] or post to Volunteer Coordinator, Sussex Emmaus, Drove Road, Portslade, BN41 2PA.