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Forget Me Not Childrens Hospice
Volunteer PAT Tester (Manchester Road Charity Shop)
- Retail
- Gardening/Environment/Practical

- Huddersfield
- 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 based at Manchester Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3JF (free onsite parking available)
Role Purpose:
To inspect and test donated electrical items to ensure they are safe and suitable for sale.
Tasks & activities
- Carry out visual inspections of donated electrical items to identify obvious damage, wear or missing parts.
- Check plugs, cables and fuses before items are approved for sale or use.
- Label tested items clearly as passed or failed in accordance with shop process.
- Opportunity to also assist in other shop activities, such as sorting donations and working on the till.
Personal qualities & experience
You will need to have a basic confidence in handling electrical items and using testing equipment.
For this role you will need to be:
- Friendly and enthusiastic
- Honest, reliable and have a willingness to learn
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
Manchester Road Shop Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 9am-4.30pm, Sun: 10am-4pm
Forget Me Not Childrens Hospice
- Application form required
- 18+
07/08/2026