RNIB Enterprises Warehouse Admin Assistant (volunteer)

RNIB Enterprises Warehouse Admin Assistant (volunteer)

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Volunteering Organisation role

6—7 hrs/Week · Starting from 23 Apr 2026
PE1 1YN, Peterborough, City of Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

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Provided

Reimbursement of costs
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Royal National Institute of Blind People - RNIB

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Would you like to make a difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted people by supporting the RNIB Enterprises Team in a varied warehouse admin role?

Would you like to make a difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted people by supporting the RNIB Enterprises Team in a varied warehouse admin role? Do you live in or close to Peterborough?


We're looking for a volunteer to help us with:

• Processing scanned return notes and entering details into a spreadsheet.

• Supporting the Warehouse Coordinator with the administration of claims handling.

• Assisting the Warehouse Coordinator in managing dropship courier collections.

• Provide administrative support for reselling returned items.


We're looking for volunteers who are available sometime during weekdays for either a full day or a couple of half days a week.


This role is based within RNIB’s Peterborough office but there is also the option to volunteer remotely from home.


This is a busy role and would suit someone will excellent admin and customer care skills who has a methodical and organised approach and is able to pay attention to detail.


How you will be supported in your role:

Full training on the role will be provided. You will also receive support from your volunteer manager which will include regular updates and catchups.


What you will gain from this role:

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop or refresh their admin skills in a volunteer role with the UK's leading sight loss charity and you will gain experience in dealing with customers, supporting sales and order teams, potentially increasing your understanding of MS Office and experience within a warehouse setting.


How often will I be needed?

  • 1 Days per Week


Key requirements

  • This role requires 1 reference.


Location

Region

  • East of England


Additional location information

  • This role is based within RNIB’s Peterborough office but there is also the option to volunteer remotely from home.


Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

  • You must be at least 16 years old to apply


What skills and experience are needed?

  • Some experience of MS office, Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred. This is a busy role and would suit someone will excellent admin and customer care skills who has a methodical and organised approach and is able to pay attention to detail.


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About Royal National Institute of Blind People - RNIB

RNIB, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, is the UK's leading sight loss charity. We offer practical and emotional support to blind and partially sighted people, their families and carers. We raise awareness of the experiences of blind and partially sighted people and campaign for change to make our society more accessible for all. We want to change our world so there are no barriers to people with sight loss.

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Practical details

Volunteering Organisation role

6—7 hrs/Week · Starting from 23 Apr 2026
PE1 1YN, Peterborough, City of Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Contact person

RNIB Volunteering

Ask RNIB a question

Provided

Reimbursement of costs
Extra support