Upcycling Volunteer
Upcycling Volunteer
Do you have a passion for homeware, upcycled furniture, or hidden skills waiting to be showcased? Join our Upcycling team at The Depot and make a real difference to people living in our local community.
At Garden House Hospice Care, we are dedicated to sustainability and giving old items a new lease of life. By restoring and repairing furniture and household items, our volunteers help create unique, high-quality products that are sold online and in our shops. The funds raised support the Hospice's care for patients, their families, and carers.
How you can help
Skills in painting, repairs, decoupage, upholstery, sewing or similar are essential
Volunteers must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Join us on a shift to suit you, Monday to Sunday
Bring your attention to detail and flexibility, we appreciate volunteers willing to take on a variety of tasks
Help us transform tired items into beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces!
Commit to Garden House Hospice Care's mission and values.
What you will gain from this role
- Sense of achievement: The knowledge that you have contributed to a worthy cause and made a positive impact in your community
- Skill use and development: The opportunity to use skills you rarely get to showcase and develop new skills from staff and other volunteers
- Meet new people: Work as part of a friendly and supportive team
- Environment impact: Help to reduce negative environmental impact by providing an affordable, ethical and sustainable alternative to landfill.
Training and support
- You will undertake both in-role and online training, ensuring you feel safe and confident in your role
- Ongoing support will be provided by staff and other volunteers, who will be there to answer your questions and offer guidance whenever you need it
- You will be entitled to receive free access to our Volunteer Assistance Programme, which offers confidential support and advice.
Next steps
Fill out our application form or email tradingvolunteers@ghhospicecare.org.uk to apply. If you are unsure which role is right for you or if you'd like to find out more about a particular opportunity, sign up for a Volunteer Information Session instead.
