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Fashion Savvy Sorter

Published: 21/08/2009 Updated: 09/02/2012
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Fashion Savvy Sorter

When We Need You

From 06/02/2012 to 06/05/2012

About Opportunity

This is a busy shop and we need people who can offer something extra special to keep our shop vibrant and successful. It's a great opportunity to learn about retail business.All our vacancies come with an opportunity for growth and training in retail skills. Choosing and spotting quality items for selling is paramount to our success, so the right people are key to the business. You need to have knowledge of current fashion/designer labels and high street stores to identify quality goods which make us a lot of money (this is part of the pricing process). You will be able to process large volumes of stock, use a steamer and tagging gun. This job can involve heavy lifting so a certain level of fitness would be an advantage. This job is very rewarding and fun as well as hard work at times. The clothes sorters are the core team and make things happen for Oxfam with their knowledge and flair.

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About Oxfam Shop, Nicholson St

Oxfam is a Charity, it raises money in various ways but most commonly through its High Street Shops. The money the shops raise helps to overcome poverty and suffering in the world.

Skills & Experience

Someone who is label aware and knows the current trends, high street shops, and a possible idea of original prices of garments.A general enthusiasm for clothes and fashion is required.Also someone with a flair for design or could be trained to merchandise clothes and create window displays. Flexibility and honesty are important. Must be reliable! We need a certain level of commitment even if this position is a temporary opportunity for the volunteer.

Travel Details

We are at 120-122 Nicolson Street, Newington, Edinburgh, EH8 9EJ. Any bus from Princes Street - North Bridge.

Restrictions

Maximum age 75 (insurance). Physical fitness is important.

Requirements

Application Form, Informal Chat, References

Training and Induction Details

On the job training, on-going.

Work Type

Charity Shops / Retail

Client Group

Anti poverty work

Expenses Detail

Expenses will be paid for a full day shift only - 9.20a.m. - 5.30 p.m., bus fares and £3.00 lunch, paid daily with receipts.

Accessibility Details

Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet

Frequency & Commitment

Afternoons - Monday, Wedensday and Friday's are the core deliver days. Mornings - Tuesday, Thrusday and Saturday. Two 4 hour shifts required per week.

Minimum Age

Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.

Volunteers Required

10

Reference Code

26-2723

Opportunity Provided By

Volunteer Centre Edinburgh

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Contact Details


120-122 Nicolson Street
Edinburgh
Scotland
EH8 9EJ


Contact: Sharon Fraser
Tel: 0131 662 4498
Email: oxfamshopf5813@oxfam.org.uk

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