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Retail Volunteer 20 Jan 2026 England

Portable Appliance Tester (PAT) Volunteer

What’s a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT) Volunteer?

Could you donate some of your time and do you hold the relevant qualifications to help us test donated electrical equipment for resale?

What’s involved?

  • Working on an ad hoc basis with the shop to inspect and test donated electrical equipment.
  • Recording and tagging each item tested.

What’s in it for you?

  • The opportunity to get to get involved with your local shop and be part of Team Tenovus.
  • The satisfaction of knowing you are helping our cause.

Additional Benefits

  • You’ll feel our appreciation from day one for being a part of our organisation and making a difference in people’s lives.
  • A personalised induction to your shop.
  • The opportunity to work within a small knit team with like-minded people to - bring new ideas to the shop, meet new people, apply for internal vacancies, learn new skills or refresh old ones and enhance your CV, gain confidence and self esteem.
  • Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with Tenovus Cancer Care policy.
  • Paid lunch for working beyond 4 hours in line with our expenses policy.
  • 20% off preloved goods in the shop you work in.
  • Free beverages and biscuits.
  • Access to training opportunities.
  • A supportive and friendly environment where you can have fun, enjoy yourself and feel good knowing you are helping others.
  • In addition, the volunteering team can direct you to other groups you may like to get involved with, including our Friends of Tenovus Cancer Care fundraising groups and our Sing with Us choirs.

Who would it suit?

Someone with some spare time available who holds the relevant qualifications and equipment.

How do I apply?

If you’re over eighteen years old and would like to apply please contact the Shop Manager in your local shop directly or alternatively please contact our Volunteer Development Team on 029 2076 8323 or e-mail volunteer@tenovuscancercare.org.uk for more information.

Inclusivity

Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or staff member, we want everyone to feel welcome at Tenovus Cancer Care. We are committed to greater diversity across our people to make sure we have a breadth of experience, skills and perspective that reflects the communities we serve.

We are working to ensure that Tenovus Cancer Care is a fair and equitable place to volunteer. We strive to ensure everyone is treated fairly, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion, or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership.

Is it you we're looking for?

If you or someone you love has been affected by cancer, our free Support Line is there for you. Just call 0808 808 1010