TSL Kirklees Volunteering is the official Volunteer Centre for Kirklees
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Forget Me Not Childrens Hospice
Bridalwear Support Volunteer (Holmfirth Charity Shop)
- Retail
- Arts/Culture/Heritage
- Kirklees Rural (Colne Valley, Holme Valley, Kirkburton & Denby Dale)
- Flexible
Born from one mum’s struggle to find the care her son needed, Forget Me Not is here to provide essential care to children with life-shortening conditions, their families and families living with the loss of their child across West Yorkshire.
Role Description:
We are looking for a volunteer to support our Holmfirth charity shop team in running the bridal suite. This role is ideal for someone with experience in sewing, alterations, dressmaking and/or bridalwear who can help to prepare donated dresses for sale.
Tasks & activities
- Carrying out simple sewing tasks, repairs and alterations where required, such as hems, buttons, minor seam repairs, and finishing touches.
- Helping to steam, prepare and present garments for display and trying on.
- Helping to create attractive occasionwear displays.
- Assisting the shop manager in running bridal suite appointments, fostering a warm, welcoming experience for the brides-to-be and their family and friends.
Personal qualities & experience
- Positive and reliable with a good eye for detail, garment quality and presentation.
- Good sewing skills and confidence using basic sewing techniques.
- Experience in bridalwear, dressmaking, tailoring and alterations would be highly desirable.
Benefits
As one of our volunteers you will have the opportunity to:
- Be part of a friendly team and meet new people
- Receive a full induction with continued support to further grow your skills and confidence
- Build on personal development and have the option to undertake Level 2 training
Forget Me Not Childrens Hospice
- Retail
- Arts/Culture/Heritage
- Application form required
31/12/2026
Submit your details to apply
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