Key Responsibilities:

Assessing and sorting donations by screening inbound items: • Examining donated items to determine whether their condition is fit for use. • Grouping items based on their condition/category and packaging it appropriately.

Processing stock, undertaking the following duties: • Packing and moving items into storage for future distribution. • Processing waste and unsuitable items for disposal or recycling.

Complying to organisational policies and procedures, through: • Adhering to Work Health & Safety procedures, as well as other mandatory society policies. • Actively promoting and advocating for a safe and inclusive workspace, through timely reporting and personal conduct.

Stock Management • Work with the Stock Management Team - Team Leader, to create and manage a material aid storage and distribution system at Shakespeare Hall, that meets the needs of the broader organisation and our companions. • Maintaining an inventory list, reporting stock shortages or over-accumulation where applicable.

Skills and Knowledge • A general interest in sorting, organising, and stock control. • The ability to work productively both individually with supervision, as well as collaboratively within a small-team environment. • An alignment with and empathy for people from all community sectors.

Personal Attributes • High ethical standard, trustworthy and respectful of confidentiality • Considerate and respectful of others and their views. Adapts to changing environments.

Work Health and Safety Requirements • Covered /practical, shoes to be worn whilst onsite. • Ability to bend, twist, lift, lower and carry <15kg in a safe manner consistent with best-practice manual handling principles. • Safe use of ladders and trolleys (pushing and pulling movements). • If driving a Society vehicle, a valid driver’s license is required, and a copy provided to the Volunteer Service Team. • Personal protective equipment will be provided and is to be used in line with safety requirements. Gloves must be worn when sorting donations • Pre-existing injuries that a volunteer may suspect could impede them or be further exacerbated must be reported prior to being assigned to the team. Volunteers must abide by an injury management plan if applicable.

Commitment to the ethos of St Vincent de Paul Society • A clear understanding of the role and ethos of the Society and its objectives, along with evidence of a strong commitment to reflect its mission and values in all dealings with employees, volunteers, and companions.