Oxfam is a global organization that fights inequality to end poverty and injustice. We offer lifesaving support in times of crisis and advocate for economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. We demand equal rights and equal treatment so that everyone can thrive, not just survive.

Volunteer Opportunity at the Online Hub in Batley!
Create, mend, and transform jewellery treasures | flexible commitment

Do you have a passion for jewellery and a knack for spotting hidden treasures? We’re on the lookout for a skilled and creative Jewellery maker to join our Festivals team at the Online Hub in Batley. If you are interested in sustainability and love the idea of making, mending and revamping jewellery, this is your chance to get involved in something exciting!

As a volunteer, you’ll be helping to bring new life to jewellery donations, mending broken pieces and creating stunning new treasures to be sold at our Festival Shops. These funds will directly support local community projects and the creative arts, helping us make a positive impact at festivals across the UK.

This volunteer opportunity is based at Oxfam’s Online Hub in Batley which is the largest online charity shop in the UK, having launched in 2007. We showcase a fantastic range of Oxfam’s amazing donations; from designer labels to wonderful vintage pieces!

Each year, our Festivals volunteers help raise over an incredible £1.5 million for Oxfam! On top of that, in 2023, our campaigners helped spread our message to thousands of festivalgoers, gathering a record-breaking 46,000 petition signatures, and our shop staff prevented over 9 tonnes of clothing from ending up in landfills!

Collectively, our amazing family of volunteers have an unmeasurable impact in our fight against poverty, and for climate justice.

Why Volunteer with Us?

• A portfolio of skills which are transferable into many other industries
• The opportunity to participate in training in online retail, social media, fashion vocabulary and photography
• A chance to work with like-minded individuals who are passionate about sustainability and working to end poverty
• The opportunity to give back and do something enjoyable at the same time!
• A reference (available after three months volunteering)
• Paid expenses (4hours +)
• Free parking
• The opportunity to volunteer with Oxfam at one of the UK’s major festivals (available after three months volunteering)

We will give you all the training and support you need so previous experience is not necessary. The Hub is open between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday to Friday, so no weekend or evenings. We are flexible; you could commit to regular days and times or keep it adhoc.  It’s totally up to you. We provide refreshments, cover local travel expenses and also pay towards your lunch if you are with us for more than four hours.

Interested?
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get creative with jewellery donations, we’d love to hear from you! Your time and expertise will help us create unique, beautiful pieces that will raise funds for great causes.

Become a part of something exciting and creative, your contribution will help make festivals all over the UK sparkle!

• Application form required
• Disabled Access
• References required

Some expenses paid