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Venue Address
Units 1-6 Teams Craft Workshops
Askew Road West
Gateshead
NE8 2PB
United Kingdom
54.955019940154, -1.6244229200813
Here at Foundations, we collect furniture free of charge from local households in and around Tyne and Wear, and we bring it back to our charity shop in Gateshead for families and individuals that are struggling to afford items for their homes.
We are seeking volunteers that can help our friendly drivers to collect and deliver furniture and help in our showrooms and warehouses.
Activities include:-
- Helping to load and unload the van
- Moving furniture and household items to display areas
- Assisting the van driver with collections and deliveries
Our premises are in the heart of the Teams residential area of Gateshead. There are good transport links from Gateshead Town Centre or if driving, there is free car parking on-site.
Skills needed
The volunteer roles are perfect for anyone seeking:-
-experience of working within a warehouse, retail or delivery setting or general work based experience
-references if job seeking
-new friendships by meeting new people
-a sense of fulfilment by contributing to the local community and helping local people
Benefits for the Volunteer
WE PROVIDE FREE WORK BOOTS, PPE AND HIGH VISIBILITY WAISTCOAT. MANUAL HANDLING AND HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING IS DELIVERED ON-SIDE.
IF DESIRED, WE CAN ALSO PROVIDE FREE 1-2-1 SUPPORT WITH CV WRITING, JOB SEEKING, INTERVIEW SKILLS AND MUCH MORE TO HELP VOLUNTEERS TO FIND EMPLOYMENT.
What else do you get from volunteering at Foundations?
Improved confidence
Meet new people
Feel happier
Feel a sense of purpose and belonging
Feel less lonely
New friendships
Lots of skills to take with you into employment
