Volunteer - Community Wardrobe Assistant (Notting Hill)
Description
- Would you like to help provide practical clothing support to people in your local community?
- Are you organised, welcoming and confident communicating with people from a range of backgrounds?
The Salvation Army in Notting Hill (Portobello Road) is launching a Community Wardrobe project to provide practical clothing assistance to individuals who have been referred for support.
As a Community Wardrobe Assistant, your role will include sorting clothing donations, identifying suitable items for distribution, organising clothing and shoes by size, and ensuring stock is well presented and accessible.
You will help create and maintain a welcoming environment for those attending appointments, assist individuals with choosing appropriate clothing where needed, and use the client referral form as directed. You will also help keep the space clean and tidy, pack away after sessions, and report any additional needs or safeguarding concerns in line with agreed procedures.
Location: 205 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LU
Time Commitment: To be agreed with the local team
The impact you'll have
Access to suitable clothing can make a significant difference to someone’s confidence, dignity and wellbeing. By supporting the Community Wardrobe, you help ensure individuals receive practical assistance in a respectful and welcoming setting.
Your contribution supports vulnerable members of the community and strengthens the local outreach of The Salvation Army in Notting Hill.
The skills you'll need
You will need to have the following skills in order to participate:
We are looking for volunteers who:
- Are reliable and willing to support people from a range of situations and backgrounds
- Have good face-to-face communication and interpersonal skills
- Are good listeners and able to follow direction
- Are non-judgemental, caring and respectful of different lifestyles and cultures
- Can work as part of a team and on their own initiative
- Are able to maintain confidentiality
- Are committed to safeguarding and raising concerns where necessary
Location
205 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LU, W11 1LU
When
Schedule
Flexible times
Commitment
Ongoing
You will need
Criminal record check required
Getting here
205 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LU, W11 1LU
THE SALVATION ARMY
Health, disability and social care
The Salvation Army is a Christian church and charity working across the UK and Ireland to support people and communities in need. Our work is rooted in faith and driven by a commitment to love, serve, and stand alongside people in practical and meaningful ways.
We support individuals and communities through a wide range of services including homelessness, addiction, unemployment, modern slavery, debt, and isolation.
Volunteers play a vital role in bringing this work to life. We offer a wide range of volunteering opportunities and warmly welcome people from all backgrounds to get involved, contribute their time and skills, and help make a positive difference in local communities.
Come and be part of something that makes a real difference, in your community and in the lives of others.