Charity Shop Assistant - Fareham

Join our friendly team in Fareham

Looking to give back, meet new people, and gain some great experience along the way? Come and volunteer at Autism Hampshire’s charity shop in Fareham - where every shift helps make a real difference in your community.

Whether you’re a people person, love a good rummage through donations, or just want to lend a hand, we’d love to welcome you.

Some options of what you might be doing:

• Chatting with customers and donors – helping them feel welcome and appreciated.
• Sorting and pricing donations – keeping our shop floor looking fresh and inviting.
• Creating online listings – help us list special items on platforms like eBay to raise even more for our cause (don’t worry, we’ll show you how!).
• Using the till – don’t worry, we’ll show you how!
• Tidying and restocking – making sure everything’s clean, organised, and easy to browse.

What we’re looking for:

• A friendly face who enjoys helping others.
• Someone who’s happy to be part of a supportive team.
• Reliable and ready to get stuck in - even if it’s just a few hours a week.

What you’ll get out of it:

• Give back and feel great doing it – volunteering is fun, social, and incredibly rewarding.
• New skills – great for your CV, confidence, or even a career in retail.
• Flexibility – we’ll work around your schedule.
• Perks – 25% off donated goods and travel expenses covered (within reason).
• Support – we’re happy to provide references for future employers.

A bit about us

Autism Hampshire provides high quality services that meet the diverse needs of autistic people in Hampshire and the surrounding area. It is our vision to create a better future for autistic people. We provide autism-focused training, supported living services, community groups for autistic adults, and an Information, Advice and Guidance Team that responds to an average of 12,000 requests for help each year. Other services include a Local Autism Directory, a seminar Programme, and award-winning community projects such as our Autism Alert Initiative. 

We're a registered charity based in Whiteley, Hampshire with over 50 years experience. Autism Hampshire is also part of Avenues Group - a charity specialising in supporting people with learning disabilities, complex support needs and autistic people across the south, London, Midlands and East of England.

FAQs

Is there a minimum time commitment?
Not at all! We just ask that you consider the time it takes to complete basic training. After that, we’re happy to work with your availability - even if it’s ad hoc.

Do I get a discount?
Yes! Volunteers get 25% off all donated items.

Are expenses covered?
Yes - we’ll reimburse public transport or parking costs (within reason).

Skills

No prior experience necessary:

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn are key.
• We value support from people who are willing and able to get stuck in.
  

Full training is provided.

Join our team today and help us create a brighter future for autistic individuals and their families. Register your interest now to get started on this rewarding journey.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your suitability for the role, please don't hesitate to list these when registering. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets.