Buchanan Galleries Shop Volunteer
Volunteer with us at our charity shop in Buchanan Galleries!
Since 2022, Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity has proudly operated its first high street shop in Buchanan Galleries, offering a carefully curated selection of preloved children’s clothing, toys, books, and furniture.
Our shop is open seven days a week, with the support of our incredible volunteers who help with a variety of tasks. If you have a few hours to spare each week, we’d love to hear from you!
Volunteer Tasks
- Preparing clothes to go out on the shop floor
- Serving customers and processing their transactions
- General housekeeping tasks
- Sorting through donations
Shift Times
- 10:00am to 1:00pm
- 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Volunteer Benefits
- Join a friendly, supportive team and meet new people
- Receive a charity volunteer T-shirt and full training
- Travel expenses reimbursed
- Gain confidence and experience working with the public
- Make a direct impact in raising vital funds for young patients, their families and NHS hospital staff
Volunteer Support Information
All volunteers receive a full induction and essential training before their first shift. This includes:
- Health & safety procedures for the shop
- Basic cash handling procedures
- Customer service guidance for interacting with supporters
- Retail setup for merchandise sales
Supervision & Onsite Support
- Each shift has a charity staff member present
- Volunteers are always supported while on duty, whether it’s their first or fifth shift
- Help is on hand to deal with any unexpected issues or questions from the public
Wellbeing & Inclusion
- Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for all volunteers
- Volunteers can share any access or support needs during onboarding
Recognition
- Volunteers are warmly recognised and thanked throughout their journey with us.
- Volunteer hours are recognised with a small gift with each hours milestone reached.
The role is ideal for:
- People looking to gain experience in retail or charity work
- Students or young people exploring future career paths
- Anyone who enjoys public-facing roles in a fun and rewarding setting
Contact for more information
If you’d like more information before registering your interest, please get in touch with our Volunteer Team:
Email: volunteer@glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org
Phone: 0141 212 8750