Isabel Hospice
Volunteer Book Sorter- Ziffit
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
We are very fortunate to receive many donated books, which we then sell in our shops and on eBay. As a Book Sorter, you will support and assist the team in maximising the income generated by book donations.
This role involves using the Ziffit app to scan in bar codes, ascertain the value of items, and then prepare those that will be sold to Ziffit for collection. Items of higher value will be sorted and prepped for sale in our shops and eBay.
The role involves lifting books. Manual handling training is provided.
We ask you to commit to at least one regular half-day weekly session. We have the following shifts available:
- 9am - 12pm
- 1pm - 4pm
What you’ll be doing:
Under the leadership of a manager, you will be assisting with:
- Moving baths of items to be sorted
- Scanning bar codes on books to check their value
- Preparing items by boxing them up, ready for collection
- Assisting the team with sorting books for listing on eBay or selling in our shops
- Promoting the public’s understanding of the work of Isabel Hospice
- Promoting and applying the Isabel Hospice Health & Safety Policy
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Your Skills and Abilities:
- Enjoy working in a team environment
- Ability to move baths of items of varying sizes and weights safely (if required)
- Good organisational skills
- Interest in books and literature
- Comfortable with technology
- Knowledge of authors and book genres would be an advantage
Benefits to you:
- Meet new people and learn new skills
- Work with a friendly team and be part of the Isabel family
- Support your local community
- Contribute to the provision of care to our patients
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Support with your career goals and personal development
- Opportunities to learn from long-term volunteers and staff
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Am I eligible to apply to volunteer?
We ask that our volunteers are:
- At least 18 years old
- Live within an easy commute to the area
- Interested in volunteering for at least 6 months for at least 3 hours per week
All volunteers are assessed individually for the volunteer roles they are applying for. We strongly believe in equal opportunities and welcome applicants who are representative of our diverse communities.
Expectations:
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Isabel Hospice guidelines
- Demonstrate Isabel Hospice values
- Identify yourself as a volunteer while carrying out your duties
All appointments are at the discretion of the management team and are subject to a one-month trial period for both parties.
Thank you for supporting Isabel Hospice.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills