Volunteering opportunities at Derby Scrapstore
We are proud to be run by a team of friendly and dedicated trustees and volunteers.
The work of our volunteers is what keeps Derby Scrapstore running, and we’re always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help in a variety of ways. Contact us to ask about volunteering opportunities at PARC.
Current volunteering opportunities:
- Volunteer Trustees
- Scrapstore Volunteers
WANTED: Volunteer Trustees
Derby Scrapstore is a charity based in Derby that keeps usable materials out of landfill and gets them into the hands of schools, community groups, artists and families who can put them to good use. In the last year we’ve had our most successful period yet: membership is growing, new volunteers are joining us, and we’ve been featured by local press, podcasters and content creators. We’re reaching more people than ever and we’re building on that.
We’re a small, active board of trustees, looking for two more people to join us.
Things are going really well, and we want to keep that momentum going. We have no paid staff, so the trustees run the organisation between us: monthly meetings, admin, finance, volunteer management and communications. It’s hands-on work and we’re proud of what we’ve built. New trustees will ideally be willing to commit from eight hours per month depending on your availability and interests, plus the monthly meeting, to help us keep pushing forward.
We’re looking for someone reliable, organised, and committed to what we do. That said, if you have a background in any of the following we’d be particularly pleased to hear from you:
- Charity governance or previous trustee experience
- Fundraising, particularly trusts and foundations
- Good local business connections – we’re always working to bring in more donations of surplus materials from local businesses, and someone who knows Derby’s business community and is comfortable making those approaches would be a real asset
- Finance or bookkeeping
- IT
- Communications or marketing
None of this is essential. Being the kind of person who shows up and follows through matters more than any particular experience.
If you care about sustainability, community, or reuse, and you want to be part of a small team doing something tangible in Derby, we’d love to hear from you.
To find out more or express interest, contact us at admin@derbyscrapstore.org for an informal conversation.
WANTED: Scrapstore Volunteers
Scrapstore Volunteer
Location: Derby Scrapstore, 6–10 Werburgh Street, Derby, DE22 3QG
Hours: Shifts to suit your availability during our opening hours. Our opening hours are Monday–Wednesday 10:00–14:00 & 1st & 3rd Saturday 10:00–14:00.
About Us:
Derby Scrapstore is a charity dedicated to upcycling, creativity, and community. We provide affordable craft materials, run workshops, and support the local community to reduce waste and inspire creativity. We are 100% volunteer-run by a welcoming team of trustees and volunteers.
Role Purpose:
Volunteers help keep the Scrapstore welcoming, organised, and running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet visitors and provide information about our Scrapstore and how it works
- Maintain a tidy and safe environment in the front-of-house area.
- Help with basic stock organisation and display of materials.
- Occasionally assist with light administrative tasks related to front-of-house operations (training will be provided)
- Once confident and established in the role, support the team by managing the till and processing simple sales transactions (full training provided)
Skills & Qualities:
- Friendly, approachable, and welcoming manner.
- Comfortable handling money and interacting with the public.
- Organised, reliable, and able to follow instructions.
- Team player, happy to support other volunteers.
Benefits:
- Contribute to a positive, creative, and environmentally conscious local charity.
- Gain experience in customer service, retail, and charity operations.
- Meet like-minded people and become part of a supportive volunteer team.
- Volunteer discount in our Craft Shop.
How to Apply:
Please contact us at admin@derbyscrapstore.org to register your interest. We welcome all applicants and will provide induction and training.